A secret plot to orchestrate the recall of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan using forged signatures has been exposed, sparking concerns about political manipulation and electoral fraud in Kogi State.
In the Nigerian Senate, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, is presently serving a six-month ban following accusations of misbehaviour against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
According to a statement by Dr Onimisi Ibrahim, Coordinator of the Kogi-based pressure group Action Collective, the recall plot is a deliberate attempt to silence Akpoti-Uduaghan permanently and hinder her pursuit of justice at both national and international levels.
A source revealed that a $2 million operation is allegedly in motion, involving the recruitment of individuals across Kogi State to fraudulently sign recall documents in exchange for financial incentives.
Additionally, some high-ranking officials are reportedly being influenced to authenticate the process, raising serious concerns about the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral system.
“The public must be alert, and security agencies should ensure due diligence is carried out before any such recall process is legitimised,” the source warned.
The revelation has sparked an outcry from civil society organizations, human rights activists, and political observers, who are urging authorities to scrutinize any documents linked to the alleged recall effort.
This development has reignited fears of political machinations being used to suppress opposition voices and manipulate democratic institutions in Nigeria.
It is unclear if the purported conspiracy will move forward or encounter substantial opposition from the public and pertinent authorities in the days ahead.
