The country home of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, came under attack once again on Tuesday night, raising fresh concerns about political violence in the state.
The incident occurred in Ihima, located in Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State. Armed men reportedly stormed the residence and vandalized several windows before they were confronted by a combined team of local police officers, community vigilantes, and youths from the area.
Thanks to their swift response, the attackers were repelled, and one suspect was apprehended.
The arrested individual has been identified as Suberu Jose, a native of the community and a suspected ritualist. He is allegedly linked to political opposition groups targeting the senator.
He confessed to the crime and admitted that this was his third time participating in attacks on the lawmaker’s family home.
A mob attempted to descend on the suspect, but he was rescued and handed over to the police.
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Meanwhile, a cutlass and charms were recovered from him, while other suspects involved in the attack—armed with dangerous weapons—remain at large.
It will be recalled that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s family home was previously attacked on April 15, 2025. No arrests were made at the time, making this the first breakthrough in the ongoing pattern of violence.
This calculated and repeated assault comes at a time when the Federal Government has filed two separate criminal charges against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, following her public accusations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio—allegations that led to her controversial six-month suspension from the Senate.
“We call on the public to remain calm and steadfast in the pursuit of justice. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s commitment to truth and her tireless representation of her constituents should not be met with violence or intimidation,” her media office stated.
All efforts to speak with the Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP William Ayah, to confirm the attack proved abortive, as his lines were not reachable.