By Second attack on Senator Natasha’s family home
Kogi police give confirmation, arrest suspect
Summary
- Armed assailants storm Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Ihima residence for the second time this year
- One suspect arrested, confessed to involvement in multiple attacks; weapons and charms recovered
- Police suspect political motive amid tensions surrounding senator’s suspension
Ihima, Kogi State – The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed a second attack on the family residence of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, on the night of Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
This marks the second such incident this year, following a similar assault on April 15, 2025.
According to police spokesperson SP William Aya, a group of armed gunmen stormed the senator’s home, vandalizing windows and attempting further destruction. The attack was quickly repelled by a joint response from local police, community vigilantes, and youths, with no injuries reported.
One suspect, Suberu Jose, a native of the area and alleged ritualist, was arrested at the scene. He reportedly confessed to participating in three separate attacks on the senator’s residence. A cutlass and fetish charms were recovered from him, while other suspects fled and are currently being pursued by law enforcement.
The attack is believed to be politically motivated, amid heightened tensions following Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s six-month Senate suspension in March 2025 over allegations of misconduct, including sexual harassment claims against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The senator’s media team has condemned the latest assault, describing it as an attempt to intimidate her for her outspokenness and a broader effort to suppress dissent. They called on law enforcement to act swiftly and urged supporters to remain calm as investigations continue.
The Kogi State Police Command reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice, pledging that all perpetrators involved in the politically charged attack will be apprehended and prosecuted.
