Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Credit: Natasha/Facebook.
..Natasha appoints 100 aides, places them on N50k monthly…
Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has taken a significant step in her legislative role by appointing 100 aides from her constituency.
Announced via her Facebook page on Thursday, the appointments aim to enhance the quality of representation for her constituents.
Akpoti-Uduaghan revealed that the aides were carefully selected from the 57 wards in Kogi Central, with each individual set to receive N50,000 monthly. This stipend is intended for community projects, serving as a form of empowerment for the aides.
The senator stressed that the appointments were made impartially, without consideration of political affiliations. The selected aides represent a diverse array of professional and artisan backgrounds, encompassing both young and old, men and women. This diversity ensures that the team brings a wide range of skills and perspectives to the table.
Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized the transparency of the selection process, highlighting her commitment to fair representation for all constituents. She stated, “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.”
This initiative reflects Akpoti-Uduaghan’s commitment to inclusive governance and her dedication to improving the lives of her constituents. By involving a broad spectrum of community members, the senator aims to ensure that the voices and concerns of all residents are heard and addressed. The aides are expected to play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the senator and her constituents, facilitating better communication and more effective representation.
The move has been widely praised as a proactive approach to governance, demonstrating Akpoti-Uduaghan’s responsiveness to the needs of her community. It also underscores the importance of grassroots involvement in the legislative process, highlighting how local insights and expertise can significantly contribute to policy-making and community development.
Below is full details of Senator Natasha’s statement:
“Appointment of 100 Constituency Aides.
“As Senator representing the Kogi Central District, I thought it good to engage the services of 100 dynamic men and women across all 57 wards of Kogi Central for strengthening representation.
“These men and women, both old and young make up not only geographical coverage of our communities but also the various professional and artisanal groups.
“They shall be placed on a monthly salary for the entire tenure of my engagement as their senator at the National Assembly. First salary to be paid on the 30th of June 2024.
Congratulations.
Sen. Natasha H Akpoti Uduaghan
Kogi Central.”
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