{
  "id": 16592416,
  "title": "Natasha hosts European ambassadors on Kogi investment tour",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/natasha-hosts-european-ambassadors-on-kogi-investment-tour-16592416",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-26T11:30:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/natasha-hosts-european-ambassadors-on-kogi-investment-tour/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has invited European ambassadors to Kogi State, including representatives from Belgium, Denmark, Italy, and Spain. The ambassadors toured Kogi's cultural heritage, tourism attractions, and indigenous industries to highlight the region's economic potential. They visited historical landmarks, interacted with local artisans, and sampled traditional delicacies. Belgium's ambassador, Pieter Leenknegt, praised the hiking expedition around historic hills, while Denmark's ambassador, Jens Hansen, commended the skills of local artisans. Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized that the visit aimed to showcase Kogi Central's economic opportunities beyond tourism, including indigenous industries and entrepreneurial communities. However, a planned visit to the Ajaokuta Steel Company was canceled due to access issues. The senator called for the revival of the steel plant, which remains a symbol of Nigeria's industrial ambitions. The delegation expressed optimism about potential partnerships and praised the Ebira nation's hospitality and cultural identity.",
  "summary": "Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan hosts four European ambassadors on a Kogi investment tour to showcase the state’s economic and cultural potential. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-hosts-european-ambassadors-on-kogi-investment-tour/",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}