Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan representing Kogi Central on Sunday distributed 2,400 bags of grains to her constituents.
Akpoti-Uduaghan, in a statement by her Chief Press Secretary, Israel Arogbonlo, said that the gesture was to alleviate their burden of purchasing food during the Ramadan season.
The senator therefore listed the items distributed to include 1,200 bags of beans and 1,200 bags of millet, which are being distributed to the people of Kogi Central irrespective of political affiliation.
She said that the distribution was initially delayed due to recent distractions, just as she explained that the distribution covers all 57 wards in the district, targeting religious bodies, market women, forums, and party faithfuls.
Akpoti-Uduaghan further urged the constituents to pray for her especially during the last ten days of Ramadan fasting, explaining that her suspension does not take away the mandate as a duly elected senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, adding that she has made a mark and has performed tremendously within just one year in office.
The Lawmaker also assured that she would continue her empowerment programmes and training for constituents to become self-employed in spite of the distractions.
9News Nigeria reports that part of her statement revealed; “In the coming week, a handful of constituents will be trained in various skills and empowered as part of Senator Natasha’s vision of creating employment opportunities for her people.”
