OKENE/Nigeria: The senator representing Kogi Central in the National Assembly, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said that despite her suspension, she never stopped working for the people she represents, as she remained constantly engaged in delivering democratic dividends and pursuing their welfare.
The Senator made the remark on Sunday as she flagged off the construction of smart markets in Okene and Okehi Local Government Areas, a project designed to uplift local traders, particularly women, and strengthen grassroots economic development.
Each of the new markets will consist of 80 modern shops—comprising 40 lock-up units and 40 open stalls, complete with solar-powered electricity, boreholes, modern toilets, sockets in each shop, truck-friendly loading bays, and security-enhancing streetlights. The markets are sited at Ihima Central Market in Oboroke, Okehi LGA, and a new Community Market in Okene LGA, both chosen for their suitability and potential for expansion.
The project is part of the senator’s broader development plan for Kogi Central, which includes several other constituency interventions slated for rollout in the coming months. The markets are expected to be completed and commissioned in November 2025, marking her second year in office.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan reiterated her inclusive approach to leadership, stating that service to the people transcends political affiliation, and reaffirmed her dedication to delivering lasting infrastructure and economic opportunities across the senatorial district.
