A dramatic scene unfolded in the Senate on Thursday as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan clashed with the leadership over a seating arrangement dispute.
The controversy began when Akpoti-Uduaghan’s seat was reassigned following a reshuffle, but she refused to relocate.
Citing Senate rules, Chief Whip, Senator Tahir Monguno explained that seat adjustments were within the Senate President’s authority.
He warned that non-compliance could lead to penalties, including exclusion from Senate debates.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio upheld Monguno’s order and denied Akpoti-Uduaghan the floor when she attempted to speak from her old seat.
In protest, the Kogi lawmaker raised her voice, accusing the leadership of silencing her.
“I don’t care if I am silenced. I am not afraid of you. You have denied me my privilege,” she declared.
The standoff intensified when the Senate President directed the sergeant-at-arms to remove her.
However, interventions from fellow lawmakers restored calm, although Akpoti-Uduaghan remained firm in her refusal to move.
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