Stars are born to shine. Within them lies an unquenchable energy that must find expression, illuminating their world with brilliance. Such is the story of Distinguished Senator Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan—our star, our pride.
In less than a year, she charted a bold course through murky political waters, bringing light and life to her Senatorial District. Her strides in education, security, healthcare, technology, job creation, empowerment, and infrastructure have been nothing short of transformative.
From installing streetlights across communities to distributing six trailer-loads of rice to her people within a month of being sworn in—an unprecedented act of generosity—she redefined what true representation means. Where others re-bag and ration, she gave abundantly. That singular act, perhaps, was her “first offence.”
Whispers of discontent followed: “Calm down, no be so we dey do am for here ooo.” But Natasha would not be deterred. Strategically, she retreated, worked quietly to strengthen her resolve, and then re-emerged with greater force. With her groundbreaking Gold Reserve Bill, she put Kogi Central on the global stage, even securing the attention of the President.
Yet, her light unsettled the establishment. From the “we are not in the club” episode with Senate leadership, to her principled push for five NLNG refining plants in her district, Natasha’s fearless pursuit of progress drew both admiration and resentment. The backlash was swift—committee reshuffles, seat rearrangements, unfair hearings. Still, she stood firm.
When she exposed the harassment and intimidation she endured, she did so with courage befitting her character. For can anyone truly dim the natural light created by God Almighty?
Her suspension was another attempt to clip her wings. Ironically, this came after she was recognized as the best Senator among 109 colleagues in her very first year. Even in suspension, Natasha did not rest—she commissioned projects, facilitated jobs, empowered youths, and even distributed drones for technological advancement. Who else does that?
The recall drama that followed was nothing but a comedy staged by impatient actors in the theatre of politics. Six months have passed, but she remains undaunted, focused, and unbowed.
Her journey to the Senate was never easy; she fought fiercer battles at home before reaching this stage. This, too, shall pass. For Natasha is not just a Senator—she is an Ebira woman of courage, married to a man of immense strength, Prince Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, Alema of Warri Kingdom—a friend of Ebiraland and of our revered Ohinoyi.Read.Original
You cannot dim a shining star.
Natasha will continue to shine.
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