Kogi Central constituents begin process to recall Senator Natasha

Constituents in Kogi Central Senatorial District have initiated a recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, citing a lack of confidence in her representation.

The recall movement has gained traction across party lines, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction with Akpoti-Uduaghan’s performance, particularly in addressing key issues such as poverty, infrastructure, and education.

The recall exercise is set to take place over two days, covering all polling units across the five local government areas of Kogi Central.

During this period, constituents will be asked to sign a petition calling for the senator’s removal from office.

The decision to initiate the recall was not taken lightly. Key stakeholders noted that despite multiple attempts to engage with Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan on the pressing concerns of the region, their efforts were met with disregard and arrogance.

In response to the recall effort, Hon. Abdulrahman Badamasiuyi, a prominent political leader in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has urged voters in Kogi Central to reject the recall attempt.

He warned the electorate against signing any forms or providing their voter card details to those promoting the petition, describing the recall effort as an attempt to remove a “performing and outstanding” senator.

Also, youth and women’s groups in the region have expressed strong support for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, organizing a large protest in Okene.

They voiced their opposition to the recall, emphasizing their satisfaction with her work and urging those behind the recall effort to lift the suspension placed on her. They remain firm in their belief that the senator has performed well and should not be recalled.