Nigerian Concord Newspaper
Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said that the former Benue first lady and PDP senatorial candidate for Benue Northwest Senatorial Zone, Dr. Eunice Ortom will be a good and credible representative at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly if given a chance.
Natasha made this comment today when she paid a solidarity and congratulatory visit to the former Benue first lady at her Games Village residence in Abuja.
The visit came shortly after Mrs. Eunice Ortom emerged as the PDP flag bearer for the senatorial race, a development that has continued to attract goodwill messages and support from political stakeholders across the country.
Speaking during the visit, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan congratulated Dr. Eunice Ortom on securing the party’s ticket and described her decision to seek elective office as a courageous move aimed at offering effective and people-centered representation to the people of Benue North-West.
The Kogi lawmaker expressed confidence in Mrs. Ortom’s ability to deliver quality leadership if elected, citing her experience, leadership credentials, and longstanding commitment to public service. According to her, these qualities place Dr. Eunice Ortom in a strong position to effectively represent the interests of her constituents at the National Assembly.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan also used the occasion to highlight the challenges facing women in Nigerian politics, lamenting what she described as the continued underrepresentation of women in leadership and decision-making positions across the country. She emphasized the need for more competent and visionary women to participate actively in governance, noting that women have continued to make significant contributions to national development despite occupying a relatively small percentage of elective and appointive positions.
The senator encouraged Mrs. Eunice Ortom to remain focused and determined in her political journey, expressing optimism that increased female representation in the National Assembly after the 2027 elections would help promote inclusive governance and narrow the gender gap in Nigerian politics.
Responding, Dr. Eunice Ortom thanked Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan for the visit and the words of encouragement, describing the gesture as both inspiring and motivating.
She noted that the support and confidence shown by the Kogi senator would strengthen her resolve as she continues consultations and engagement with stakeholders across the Benue North-West Senatorial District. Mrs. Ortom further praised Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan for what she described as her resilience, courage, and effective representation of her constituents.
She commended the senator for serving as a role model for women aspiring to leadership positions in Nigeria.
Reaffirming her commitment to public service, Dr. Eunice Ortom pledged to provide quality representation, advocate for the welfare and development of her constituents, and contribute to efforts aimed at increasing women’s participation in politics and governance if elected in 2027. The meeting underscored the growing calls for greater female participation in Nigeria’s political landscape as preparations gradually begin ahead of the next general elections.