Failed Recall: Senator Natasha Hails INEC, Mocks Ex-Kogi Gov Bello, Akpabio
Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has applauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for rejecting the unconstitutional recall process initiated by sponsored groups and individuals against her Senate membership.
In a statement following INEC’s decision, Natasha expressed her gratitude to the electoral body for standing firm on justice and constitutionality. She commended INEC for refusing to yield to pressures from undemocratic forces, including those in Kogi State and within the Senate.
On Thursday, INEC declared that “the petition for the recall of the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District has not met the requirement of the Constitution. Therefore, no further action shall be taken on the matter.”
Reacting to the news, Natasha said, “God has put to shame anti-democratic forces plotting my recall from the Senate, including one of the most wanted persons by the EFCC, former Governor Yahaya Bello.”
She further emphasized, “The voice of the people is the voice of God. Nobody, be it former Governor Yahaya Bello, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, or their associates, can toy with the mandate freely given by the resolute people of Kogi Central without being put to shame.”
She continued, “All along, I did not exercise any fear because I have a God that can never fail, and I have people on my side. The decision to reject the recall process is justice against injustice. INEC has proven to be truly independent, and history will never forget this justice.”
Natasha also expressed her appreciation to Nigerians, particularly the people of Kogi Central, for standing by her during the process. She also took the opportunity to mock her political opponents, stating, “This development is another record-breaking defeat for those who prefer coming from the backyard, the manipulators, election riggers, the violent merchants, and their allies in Kogi Central and beyond.”
Concluding with a bold statement, Natasha declared, “Please bear it in mind that your days are numbered in politics because the new era has come when people will no longer reckon or identify with evil politicians whose trademarks are violence, rigging, and corruption.”
Natasha reaffirmed her commitment to fighting for justice, freedom, and a better Nigeria, thanking her supporters and promising to continue working for the betterment of her people and the nation.
