Akpabio, Ododo break silence as Natasha claims 3 top politicians want her dead

• Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged an assassination plot against her, naming three top Nigerian political leaders
• The Kogi state government and Akpabios camp dismissed her claims, accusing her of inciting unrest and violating a government ban on political gatherings in Kogi Central
• Also, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) condemned the state government and police for allegedly using security concerns as a pretext to block Akpoti-Uduaghans visit to her constituency

Kogi gov Usman Ododo and Senate President Godswill Akpabio have dismissed Natasha Akpotis claims of plotting to assassinate her.
Photo credit: @Senator_Akpabio/@NatashaAkpoti/@OfficialGYBKogiSource: TwitterAkpoti-Uduaghans allegations”However, should we be met with or infiltrated by violence, Nigerians should hold Gov dodo, Yahaya Bello & SP Godswill Akpabio wholly responsible.””No amount of threats and intimidation will silence me. There have been attempts to eliminate me, but I remain steadfast in my mission to serve my people,” she declared.”They deceived our people, took advantage of illiteracy and poverty, and manipulated the process. This recall will not stand.”Kogi government dismisses allegationsGovernor Usman Ododo of Kogi has dismissed Natasha Akpotis claims of an assassination plot.
Photo credit: @OfficialOAUSource: Facebook”This is yet another desperate and calculated attempt by an incurable liar and serial manipulator to mislead the public, incite unrest, and present herself as a victim,” Fanwo said.Alleged assassination plot: Akpabio reacts”Anything concerning Natasha within the purview of the law is subjudice. There is no way you will comment on it without linking it to the President of the Senate, who is also a party to the suit,” Eyiboh stated.”That shows the level of respect she has for the rule of law herself. We cannot say anything more than that.”Police send strong warning to Natasha

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