Senator Natasha Appoints 100 Constituents as Aides

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has appointed 100 constituents as aides to support her legislative duties.

Announcing the decision on her Facebook page on Thursday, she explained that the aides were chosen from the 57 wards in Kogi Central to improve the quality of representation.

Each aide will receive N50,000 for community projects as a form of empowerment.

The appointments were made without regard to political affiliations, including individuals from various professional and artisan backgrounds, and encompassing both young and old, men and women.

The senator stressed that the selection process was transparent, aimed at ensuring fair representation for all constituents.

“As the Senator for Kogi Central District, I felt it was important to enlist the support of 100 energetic individuals from all 57 wards of Kogi Central to bolster our representation.

“These individuals, comprising people of all ages and from various professional and artisan backgrounds, not only cover the geographical expanse of our communities, but also bring diverse skill sets. They will receive a monthly salary for the duration of my tenure as their senator in the National Assembly, with the first salary to be disbursed on June 30, 2024.”