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I Won’t Join APC, I’m Committed to PDP – Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Ahead of 2027 Elections

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has confirmed that she has been approached several times by officials from the Presidency and some colleagues to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), but she has consistently declined, affirming her commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking on the Mic On Podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, she explained that joining the APC is not an option for her. “I was in APC briefly at the start of everything. Why should I go and join APC? I don’t have to follow the bandwagon or succumb to threats or cajolery. I’ve been approached many times, even as recently as yesterday someone joked, ‘We’re still expecting, we would love to have you.’ But I love my space, I love my peace, and I’m okay with my party now,” she said. Akpoti-Uduaghan also revealed she is considering running for the Senate again in 2027, with discussions ongoing within her party. She addressed speculations about a possible contest against former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, saying she is unafraid. “If I decide to contest after consulting my family, constituents, and party, and I am on the ballot against Yahaya Bello, then I would say, bring it on. I am not scared of him. He was a sitting governor and used all his powers against me, yet I defeated his candidate in 2023,” she said. The senator, a first-term lawmaker in the 10th Assembly, represents Kogi Central, the same district Bello hails from. She won her seat in 2023 under the PDP after a tribunal in Lokoja overturned the initial victory of APC candidate Abubakar Sadiku-Ohere, declaring her the winner with 54,074 votes against Ohere’s 51,291. While she intends to run under the PDP again, Akpoti-Uduaghan said she could consider switching parties if the PDP fails to resolve its ongoing leadership crisis. “If I decide to contest in 2027 and the PDP hasn’t resolved its crisis, I would need just a month to choose a platform, and my supporters will move with me,” she added.

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NELFUND Deepens Grassroots Engagement in Ogun State, Partners Senator Gbenga Daniel to Expand Student Loan Awareness

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The Nigerian Education Loans Fund (NELFUND) has intensified its grassroots sensitisation efforts in Ogun State, partnering with Senator Gbenga Daniel to broaden awareness of the federal government’s student loan programme across Ogun East Senatorial District. The engagement, held in Ijebu North Local Government Area, formed part of Senator Daniel’s Mid-Term Community Assessment and Review Tour and drew community leaders, youth associations, parents, and prospective student beneficiaries. Speaking at the event on Sunday, NELFUND Managing Director/Chief Executive, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, said the initiative aligns with the agency’s ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships across all levels of governance and community structures nationwide. According to him, the session “forms part of our broader commitment to strengthen partnerships across federal, state and community structures,” adding that it ensures “NELFUND’s mandate is well understood, properly aligned, and effectively delivered to the beneficiaries we serve.” Sawyerr explained that discussions during the engagement “reinforced the centrality of our mission and the critical role NELFUND plays in expanding access to tertiary education financing nationwide.” Reaffirming the agency’s nationwide reach, he stressed:“NELFUND remains firmly committed to taking its mandate to every community, ensuring that every eligible Nigerian who needs this loan can access it without barriers. Our goal is simple: no Nigerian student should be left behind.” The NELFUND delegation included: Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director/Chief Executive Dr. Fred Femi Akinfala, Executive Director, Finance and Administration Mr. Sola Fowobaje, Director of SERVICOM Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications Mr. Yomi Gbadamosi, PA to the MD/CE Mr. Festus Adefehinti, PA to the EDFA

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Senator Okey Ezea Passes Away While Undergoing Medical Treatment Abroad

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Senator Okey Ezea, the only National Assembly member from Enugu State representing the Labour Party, has died. Reports indicate that he passed away on Tuesday while undergoing medical treatment in the United Kingdom. Prior to this, he had also sought medical care in Germany. The news was first shared on Facebook by popular on-air personality ‘Senator’ Chijinkem Ugwuanyi, who wrote: “Sad News. Senator Okey Ezea, representing Enugu North, is dead… Rest in Peace.” Although the exact circumstances surrounding his death have not been disclosed, the announcement has prompted an outpouring of reactions across social media.

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Senator Ned Nwoko Faces Backlash After Alleged Assault on Wife, Regina Daniels

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Nollywood star Regina Daniels has reportedly suffered domestic abuse at the hands of her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, according to viral videos and social media claims circulating online. A video that surfaced on social media showed the visibly distraught actress crying and lamenting over alleged repeated violence in her marriage. Surrounded by security personnel, Regina was heard saying, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my house, I am a queen. I cannot stand the violence. It’s too much.” The clip quickly went viral, sparking widespread concern from fans, colleagues, and the general public. Reacting to the incident, Regina’s brother took to social media to condemn Senator Nwoko’s alleged actions, accusing him of assaulting the actress. In an emotional post, he wrote, “Senator Ned Nwoko, you’re lucky you ran after beating my sister again and smashing her head on the wall. I swear I for burst all your joy.” His comments have since triggered a wave of reactions online. Filmmaker Stanley On-Top also claimed that thugs allegedly sent by the senator attempted to attack Regina at her residence, but her brothers intervened to protect her. Reports suggest that Regina has since left her husband’s home following the incident, though this has not been officially confirmed by her representatives. As of press time, Senator Ned Nwoko has not released any public statement regarding the allegations.

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INEC Rejects Senator Natasha Akpoti Recall

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the recall process of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, a senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District at the 10th Assembly. The Commission’s National Commissioner & Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, stated this in a statement signed and made available on Tuesday. Olumekun revealed that the Commission held its regular weekly meeting on Tuesday 25th March 2025. Among other issues, the meeting discussed the petition for the recall of the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District. “The process of recall is enshrined in the 1999 Constitution, the Electoral Act 2022 as well as the Commission’s detailed Regulations and Guidelines for Recall 2024, available on our website. All petitions will be treated in strict compliance with the legal framework. “The petition from Kogi Central Senatorial District was accompanied by six bags of documents said to be signatures collected from over half of the 474,554 registered voters spread across 902 Polling Units in 57 Registration Areas (Wards) in the five Local Government Areas of Adavi, Ajaokuta, Ogori/Magongo, Okehi and Okene. “The Commission’s immediate observation is that the representatives of the petitioners did not provide their contact address, telephone number(s) and e-mail address(es) in the covering letter forwarding the petition through which they can be contacted as provided in Clause 1(f) of our Regulations and Guidelines. The address given is “Okene, Kogi State”, which is not a definite location for contacting the petitioners. Only the telephone number of “the lead petitioner” is provided as against the numbers of all the other representatives of the petitioners. “The Commission wished to reiterate that the recall of a legislator is the prerogative of registered voters in a constituency who sign a petition indicating loss of confidence in the legislator representing them. Once the petition meets the requirements of submission, as contained in our regulations, the Commission shall commence the verification of the signatures in each Polling Unit in an open process restricted to registered voters that signed the petition only. The petitioners and the member whose recall is sought shall be at liberty to nominate agents to observe the verification, while interested observers and the media will also be accredited. At each Polling Unit, signatories to the petition shall be verified using the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). “Consequently, if the petitioners fully comply with the requirements of Clause 1(f) of the Regulations and Guidelines regarding the submission of their petition, the Commission will announce the next steps in line with the extant laws, regulations and guidelines. In the absence of a definite contact address, the Commission is making efforts to use other means to notify the representatives of the petitioners of the situation,” the statement reads. The Commission reassured the public that it will be guided by the legal framework for recall. The public should therefore discountenance any speculations and insinuations in the social media.

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Kogi West Senator addresses ‘spoilt’ rice palliatives 

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A senator representing Kogi West Senatorial district, Senator Karimi Sunday has expressed sadness over the alleged spoilt rice palliatives for the Constituency during the Yuletide season.  The federal lawmaker, who is alarmed by the claims in the media assured that he is prepared to investigate the matter and bring to book the perpetrators.  “I wish to address the recent situation regarding the rice palliatives intended for the Christmas celebration in Kabba/Bunu Local Government from a constructive perspective. “While the effort will provide relief and joy to our community during this festive period, we faced a challenge when the rice delivery was unfortunately found to be spoiled. 

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