Harassments Saga; Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Faces Six-Month Senate Suspension

The Nigerian Senate is on the brink of a major showdown following the recommendation of a six-month suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) by the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions.

The committee’s decision comes in response to her explosive allegations of segxwal harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, a claim that has sent shockwaves through the nation’s political corridors.

During Thursday’s plenary, the committee, led by Senator Neda Imasuen, found Akpoti-Uduaghan guilty of all charges leveled against her, citing her refusal to appear before the panel to defend her claims.

The committee further recommended that her salary and security privileges be revoked, adding another layer of controversy to the unfolding drama.

At the heart of the storm are Akpoti-Uduaghan’s accusations against Akpabio, which she first made public earlier this year.

She alleged that the Senate President not only obstructed her legislative motions—particularly those concerning the Ajaokuta Steel Company—but also made derogatory remarks about her, including referring to her as a “night club girl” on the Senate floor.

While Akpabio later apologised for the remark, he has consistently denied all allegations of segxwal misconduct, dismissing them as baseless and politically motivated.

Adding to the tensions, the committee has demanded that Akpoti-Uduaghan issue a formal apology to the Senate for what it described as “disrespectful conduct.”

Her absence during the probe, despite prior notifications, has been used as further justification for the disciplinary action.

Posted: at 6-03-2025 03:10 PM (2 months ago) | Addicted Hero

I believe that this case will expose the rot in the system. My popcorn is ready.

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Posted: at 6-03-2025 03:27 PM (2 months ago) | Addicted Hero

You can see how bad and corrupt Nigeria is. Court stops investigation,  senate dismisses allegation and suspends Natasha. What a shameless country! That means Natasha is correct, Mrs Akpabio, you can that your husband is irresponsible.
ICJ, ICC  and any global legal institution that has Nigerian representative, should dismiss the candidate with immediate effect, as he/she  may pollute the institution since the Nigerian legal system is not portraying good image.

Posted: at 6-03-2025 09:17 PM (2 months ago) | Upcoming

she asked for it

Posted: at 6-03-2025 09:32 PM (2 months ago) | Grande Master

TOTALLY illegal ... A case where the accused is the judge. Akpa-abobo should be the one to be suspended for been accused of segxwal misconduct by more than 3 women.
Here is a senate where thief's go to hide after stealing money as State governors. A country with 98% corrupt judicial officers and 100% corrupt supreme court judges. A country with an illegitimate Federal government.   DEMO-CRACY INDEED   

Posted: at 7-03-2025 11:41 AM (2 months ago) | Gistmaniac