Former education minister Oby Ezekwesili appeared at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama to show support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The senator, who represents Kogi Central, was scheduled to appear in court over a legal case.
Oby Ezekwesili was not the only one at the court. She was joined by well-known activist Aisha Yesufu and other human rights advocates who also came to observe the proceedings and support the senator.
During the court session, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan said she was not guilty of the defamation accusation brought against her. After her plea, the judge handling the case, Justice Chizoba Orji, granted her bail. The bail was fixed at ₦50 million.
