Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday made a dramatic appearance at the National Assembly complex, flanked by a crowd of supporters, despite her suspension by the Senate still being in effect.
Security operatives were deployed heavily around the complex from the early hours of the day in anticipation of her arrival, as reports had emerged that the senator intended to resume legislative duties against Senate orders.
Defying protocol, Senator Natasha arrived on foot, walking alongside her supporters who chanted solidarity songs as they approached the entrance of the legislative premises.
This development adds to the growing tension surrounding the senator’s ongoing legal and political controversies. In recent months, she has faced a series of court cases, including cybercrime allegations, defamation suits, and an aborted arraignment over an alleged murder plot.
While the Senate has yet to formally lift her suspension, Natasha’s move appears to signal her readiness to challenge the decision and reassert her presence within the legislative chamber.
At the time of filing this report, the Senate leadership had not issued a public response to her attempted return. Security personnel, however, maintained a firm barricade at the entrance, allowing only authorized individuals into the building.
Senator Natasha’s actions are expected to fuel further debate within the political sphere, as legal and constitutional experts weigh in on the implications of her defiance and the Senate’s authority in disciplinary matters.
