Kogi Lawmaker Akpoti-Uduaghan Distributes Cash to Constituents

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, addressed her decision to distribute millions of naira in cash to constituents during an empowerment program on November 2, 2026. This decision came after she faced criticism on social media following the event, which marked her third anniversary in the 10th National Assembly.

Akpoti-Uduaghan explained that previous empowerment exercises revealed beneficiaries preferred cash over business equipment, as many sold sewing machines to meet immediate business needs. She stated, “I have given out sewing machines to many, and at the end of the day, I realised they sold them to either boost their businesses or pay rent.” The cash distribution aimed to assist small-scale entrepreneurs in various sectors, with grants ranging from ₦100,000 to ₦5m.

Some beneficiaries received amounts like ₦2m, ₦3m, and ₦4m, while others received up to ₦5m through bank transfers.