Obi-Kwankwaso Movement Accuses Senator of Vote-Buying

The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement condemned Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her distribution of cash gifts to constituents during an empowerment program marking her third anniversary in the 10th National Assembly. The senator, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, faced backlash after images and videos of the cash distribution circulated on social media.

In response, she defended the initiative as a direct financial assistance based on beneficiaries' preferences. However, John Ughulu, the Director-General of the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, accused her of engaging in vote-buying and called for an investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Ughulu described the cash distribution as a disgrace to the Senate and emphasized that elected officials should not use financial inducements to sway electoral choices. He stated that the movement would mobilize political resources to oppose Akpoti-Uduaghan's return to the National Assembly, advocating for leaders who respect democratic values and accountability.