Security takes over NASS over Natasha’s plan to resume plenary
There was a heavy security presence at the National Assembly in Abuja on Monday, July 22, following reports that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan planned to attend the Senate plenary session. Videos shared online showed that security was much stricter than usual. Many armed officers were stationed at the main gate, carefully checking everyone before letting them […]
‘You can’t resume yet’ – Nigerian Senate tells Natasha
The Nigerian Senate has told Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan not to return to the Senate for now. She represents Kogi Central but was suspended earlier this year. The Senate said she’s still under suspension and can’t join their meetings yet. Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu gave this warning in a statement released on Sunday. He explained that […]
Nyesom Wike’s aide, Lere Olayinka, takes a dig at Senator Ireti Kingibe after she made fresh accusations against Wike
Lere Olayinka, who speaks for Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has fired back at Senator Ireti Kingibe over her recent statements. Senator Kingibe represents the FCT in the National Assembly and recently accused Wike of wrongdoing in land matters. During a new interview on Arise TV, Senator Kingibe said Wike […]
“She was elected just like you” — Actor Ugezu J. Ugezu tackles Senate President over Natasha Akpoti’s suspension
Veteran Nollywood actor, Ugezu J. Ugezu, has openly criticized the Senate President for keeping Senator Natasha Akpoti suspended, even after a court ruling said the suspension was wrong. In a recent social media post, Ugezu reminded the Senate President that Natasha, just like him, was chosen by the people through an election. He questioned why […]
“If I made a list of all the things President Tinubu has done wrong, the greatest is Minister Wike – Senator Kingibe
Senator Ireti Kingibe has said that President Bola Tinubu’s biggest mistake so far was making Nyesom Wike the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). During an interview with Arise TV on the night of July 14, Kingibe said Wike has been running the FCT without respecting the law or following proper procedures. She said […]
Akpabio appeals order to recall Senator Natasha
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has gone to the Court of Appeal in Abuja to challenge a recent decision by the Federal High Court. The court had questioned the Senate’s powers and told them to bring back Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after her suspension. The appeal was filed on July 14, 2025, by Akpabio’s legal team, led […]
Senator Natasha Akpoti appeals N5m contempt fine, says trial court lacks jurisdiction
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central in Nigeria’s Senate, is challenging part of a judgment from a Federal High Court in Abuja that found her guilty of contempt of court. In a document dated July 9, she officially appealed the ruling that convicted her of contempt and fined her N5 million. Through her lawyer, […]
2027: Don’t be deceived, coalition politics unrealistic – Akpabio tells Nigerians
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has advised Nigerians not to believe in coalition politics ahead of the 2027 elections. He gave this advice during the House of Representatives Open Week in Abuja. According to him, only officially registered political parties can take part in elections. He explained that individuals or groups coming together to form coalitions […]
Natasha reveals why she postponed her resumption
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents the people of Kogi Central, has shared the reason why she postponed her return to the Senate. According to her, the decision was made after getting legal advice and choosing to follow proper procedures. She also explained that she plans to wait for the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the […]
Natasha: Senate nobody’s property, court saved Nigeria’s democracy – Lawyer Idam
Human rights lawyer Maduabuchi Idam has praised the Federal High Court in Abuja for protecting Nigeria’s democracy. The court ruled that the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was illegal. Idam explained that the Senate is not the property of any individual. He said it should not be used for personal revenge, but to serve the […]