Kogi State Drama: Will Senator Natasha Face Arrest Over Defying Public Gathering Ban?

State Officials Speak Out: Security Forces to Decide Natasha's Fate

Hey there, let me break this down for you. Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, recently made it clear that the decision to arrest Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for defying the ban on public gatherings lies solely with the security operatives. In other words, the ball is in their court now. The commissioner emphasized that security agencies don’t need further instructions from the governor once a directive has been violated. They are expected to act accordingly based on the situation at hand.

Governor Ododo Issues Ban Amid Security Concerns

Let’s rewind a bit. Last Monday, Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, imposed a ban on all public gatherings due to credible intelligence reports suggesting potential violence. This was no small decision, folks. The governor was genuinely concerned about maintaining peace and order in the state. However, Natasha, despite the clear warning, decided to go ahead with her plans to celebrate Eid Fitr with her constituents in the state. Her defiance set off a chain of events that have everyone on edge.

Police Step In With a Stern Warning

Now here’s where things get interesting. The police weren’t just going to sit back and watch. They issued a firm statement warning Natasha to cancel the planned gathering. The message was crystal clear: anyone who disrupts the peace and order in the state would face the full force of the law. The police command emphasized that they would not hesitate to take action if the event proceeded as planned. They wanted to make sure everyone understood the gravity of the situation.

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The police said, “Given the security threat surrounding the planned rally, the Kogi State Police Command strongly advises the organizers to cancel the event. This is to prevent any breakdown of law and order in the state. Let me make this clear, we will not tolerate any disturbance of peace and order, and we will act swiftly against anyone who challenges it.” That’s a pretty strong message, right?

Natasha Goes Ahead Anyway, Drawing a Crowd

Despite the warnings, Natasha went ahead with her homecoming rally, and a large crowd of supporters showed up. This move didn’t go unnoticed. In an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme, Commissioner Fanwo addressed the situation. He stated that the security operatives might question Natasha about her actions and the incitements she made. The commissioner reiterated that the security agencies were empowered to handle the situation without further directives from the governor.

Fanwo explained, “There was a clear directive from the state governor, and the security agencies were tasked with executing it. If someone has violated this directive, the security agencies don’t need another order from the governor. They know exactly what to do. The decision to arrest or not rests with the security agencies. They understand their operations better than anyone else. While I’m not a police officer, I believe Natasha should be questioned thoroughly about her actions and the incitements she made.”

This situation has everyone watching closely to see how it unfolds. Will Natasha face consequences for her actions, or will the situation be resolved without arrests? Only time will tell.