National Assembly Blocks Senator Natasha’s resumption
The National Assembly has stopped Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from returning to her duties, even though her six-month suspension has ended. The Kogi Central lawmaker had written to inform the Assembly that she was ready to resume her legislative work after the suspension period. Although the Assembly is on recess, the acting clerk responded that her […]
Senate is like a cult. Lawmakers don’t express contrary views for fear of victimisation – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan says
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, has described the Nigerian Senate as a “cult” where lawmakers are afraid to express different opinions for fear of being punished. Akpoti-Uduaghan, one of only four female senators in the 109-member Senate, made these claims in an interview with the BBC. She also accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio […]
Akpabio vs Natasha: Women leaders, analysts pass verdict as growing concerns emerge in north
The suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has led to heated discussions about the role of women in Nigerian politics. Many believe her suspension was a response to her allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, while others argue it was due to her conduct in the Senate. On March 6, 2025, the Senate suspended Akpoti-Uduaghan for […]
Senator Natasha: ‘It doesn’t matter where you’re from’ – Saraki slams Akpabio, clarifies ‘removal’ comment
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has criticized current Senate President Godswill Akpabio for twisting his words to create an ethnic and political controversy. Saraki had earlier urged Akpabio to ensure a fair and transparent investigation into the allegations made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. However, Akpabio claimed that some people from Kwara and Adamawa […]
I Stand With Natasha Akpoti – Bisi Fayemi
In recent weeks, events in the Nigerian Senate have raised concerns about how women in leadership are treated. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, faced opposition when she tried to speak during a Senate session. Her seat had been moved, and when she refused to accept this change, tensions rose. She later accused the Senate […]
Video of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and her husband at the Senate building this morning
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, arrived at the Senate chamber on Wednesday, March 5, as the session resumed after a one-week break. She walked into the chamber with her husband and gave him a kiss before heading to her seat. Her newly assigned seat has been a source of controversy, leading to rising […]
Natasha vs Akpabio: Female senators have passed stage of sexual harassment – Ita-Giwa
Former presidential adviser and senator, Florence Ita-Giwa, has dismissed the sexual harassment claim made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan recently accused Akpabio of blocking her motions about the Ajaokuta Steel Company in Kogi State because she allegedly rejected his sexual advances. She made this statement during a live interview […]
Akpabio vs Natasha: Very unfortunate it’s now about ‘bed’ – Shehu Sani
Former senator Shehu Sani has expressed concern over the dispute between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. He described the situation as unfortunate, especially since it has now become about “bed.” Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan recently accused Akpabio of sexual harassment. During an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show, she claimed that Akpabio blocked […]
Natasha: Ajaka under fire over calls for Akpabio’s removal as Senate President
A heated debate continues after Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s recent outburst in the Senate. Murtala Ajaka, a former Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in Kogi State’s governorship election, has come under fire for calling for the removal of Senate President Godswill Akpabio over the incident. Ajaka accused Akpabio of constantly bullying Natasha and urged senators to […]