Harassment, recall saga: Five key takeaways from Natasha’s recent interview

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, made several bold statements during her Thursday appearance on Politics Today.

From her helicopter entrance to allegations against the Senate President, here are five takeaways with her own words doing most of the talking.

The Helicopter Idea Came From Her Husband

Explaining why she flew into her constituency, Natasha said, “It was my husband’s idea. Since all roads leading to my house were blocked, he suggested we use a helicopter instead.”

The flight was a response to the state government’s restrictions on rallies and convoys.

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“Nobody Can Stop Me From Coming Home”

Despite the ban, she was welcomed by a large crowd in Ihima. Addressing them, she said, “This is my home, this is my town. Nobody can stop me from coming home. I am the daughter of the late Dr. Abdul Akpoti.” She insisted her visit was personal, not political.

“I Didn’t Break Any Law”

Natasha maintained that her gathering was lawful. “The gathering took place on my property. I built the road leading to my house. So, there was no law broken,” she stated. She also added, “But I didn’t break any law,” reiterating her right to be there.

She Will Present Evidence Against Akpabio

On her allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Akpabio, she said, “At the right time and at the right space, I will present the evidence that I have.”

Her February claims included incidents at his office and residence in Akwa Ibom.

Inec’s Rejection Of Her Recall Was The “Right Move”

Reacting to INEC’s dismissal of the petition seeking her recall, Natasha said, “It was the right move despite its delayed timing.” INEC had ruled that the petition didn’t meet the requirements of Section 69(a) of the 1999 Constitution.

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