Despite Suspension I continued Serving Kogi People – Sen. Natasha

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Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

The recent suspension from the Senate of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central in the National Assembly, did not stop her from serving her constituents. She made this disclosure while speaking on Sunday during the launch of smart market projects in Okene and Okehi Local Government Areas of Kogi State.

The senator said she remained active and dedicated to delivering democratic benefits even while absent from Senate proceedings.

Stated she: “Even during the wrongful suspension, we kept working. Leadership doesn’t pause outside the walls of the chambers.

“Leadership is about service and being responsible for the people, and that’s why we’re gathered here for the commencement of the markets construction”.

The project includes the construction of 80 modern shops in each area; two blocks of 40 lock-up shops and two blocks of 40 open stores. The aim is to boost rural trade and support local traders, especially women.

Said she: “These women are the economic engine of our rural communities. The goal is to provide safe, functional, and dignified spaces where they can trade and thrive”.

She explained that the smart markets were being built at the Ihima Central Market in Oboroke (Okehi LGA) and at the new Community Market in Okene LGA. Bariki and Manaka markets were considered initially, but space limitations made them unsuitable.

The new markets will be equipped with solar-powered electricity, boreholes, electrical outlets, modern toilets, streetlights, and truck-friendly loading bays to ensure better efficiency and security.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan also spoke about her six-month suspension, which was recently overturned by Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja, who declared it illegal.

Noted shy: “There was no reason why we should not be representing you. Even when I was unjustly kept away from plenary, I remained with you, working, listening, and planning”.

She promised more development projects and revealed that the smart markets would be completed and commissioned by November 2025 to mark her second year in office.

Added she: “These projects are part of many more coming. We’re just getting started”.

The event was attended by traditional rulers, women’s groups, and youth organisations.

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