The Kogi State Government has strongly rejected accusations made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling her statements “reckless, malicious, and utterly false.”
The government wants security agencies to watch the Senator’s statements and actions, saying she should be held responsible if her words cause violence.
In an official statement on Tuesday, Information Commissioner Kingsley Fanwo dismissed the Senator’s claims that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio would be responsible if anything happened to her.
Fanwo called these allegations “another desperate and calculated attempt by an incurable liar and serial manipulator to mislead the public, incite unrest, and present herself as a victim.”
The commissioner said Akpoti-Uduaghan broke rules against political gatherings that were set up to keep peace. He accused her of trying to “stir trouble and violence in Kogi Central Senatorial District.”
“We will not allow any part of the state to go up in flames nor permit the killing of innocent souls by the actions of the suspended Senator,” the statement read in part.
Fanwo also mentioned that even though she deleted a social media post accusing the government of putting her life at risk, people had already taken screenshots. He added that security reports had warned about plans to cause unrest in Kogi Central.
“Let it be categorically stated that Governor Ododo has no interest in the political theatrics of the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Her baseless allegations are nothing but a feeble attempt to stir unnecessary controversy and cover up her blatant disregard for the law,” he stated.
The commissioner accused the Senator of regularly breaking laws and using lies to gain public sympathy. He claimed her refusal to follow security instructions made her a “security threat” in the state.
“The people of Kogi State and Nigerians at large should see through her deceptive ploys and reject her attempt to manipulate public perception with outright lies. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is not a victim; she is an instigator of disorder who thrives on spreading falsehoods to gain public sympathy,” he said.

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Fanwo stated that the Kogi State Government would not be “blackmailed or intimidated” and warned that the Senator would be held responsible if her actions caused any violence.
“Let it be clear that the security of every citizen in Kogi State, including that of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, remains a priority. However, the government will not tolerate anyone deliberately provoking crises and then crying wolf when confronted with the consequences of his or her actions,” he said.
This statement came after Akpoti-Uduaghan visited Kogi State on Tuesday, where many supporters welcomed her despite the state’s ban on political gatherings.
Supporters from five local government areas gathered in Ihima, Okehi LGA, to greet the Senator. She arrived in a white helicopter to music and celebrations.
Speaking to the crowd, Akpoti-Uduaghan ignored the government’s restrictions, saying she was simply celebrating Sallah with the people she represents.
“Yesterday, we heard on the news that rallies and gatherings will not be allowed, that roads will be blocked, and convoys leading into the state will not be allowed. I knew that we were the targets. But then I said this is not political season, this is not campaign time,” she said.
She continued, “We are not having a rally. This is just me, the Senator representing Kogi Central, coming down to her people to celebrate this festive time – the Sallah with you, and there is nothing wrong with that. I am breaking no law. This is Nigeria. We have the right to be free, to express our choice in gatherings and celebrations.”
Her visit happened after the Okehi LGA chairman imposed a curfew and security agencies issued warnings.
Earlier, Akpoti-Uduaghan had accused Senate President Akpabio and former Governor Bello of being behind threats to her safety.
She claims she is facing political persecution, especially after being suspended from the Senate over allegations of sexual harassment involving Akpabio.