In a trending video, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan announced her plans to resume legislative duties after the Federal High Court ruled in her favour
The Federal High Court in Abuja held that her six-month suspension was excessive and unconstitutional, thereby ordering her reinstatement
Despite the court ruling, the Senate led by Godswill Akpabio insisted that Akpoti-Uduaghan must comply with certain conditions. …CONTINUE READING
In a trending video, the suspended lawmaker from Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, announced that she will resume her legislative responsibilities in the red chamber on Tuesday, July 8
Natasha, while addressing ecstatic supporters in the viral video, expressed appreciation for their unwavering support.
As reported by The Sun newspaper, the embattled lawmaker said: “I thank you for your support. I am glad we are victorious today. We shall resume in the Senate on Tuesday by the grace of God.”
Recall that the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja last Friday ruled that her six-month suspension from the Senate was excessive, unconstitutional, and a violation of the rights of her constituents.
The court ordered her immediate reinstatement.
However, Senate legal counsel insisted that the judgment affirms its right to discipline members, noting the court gave no binding order for reinstatement.
Reacting to the ruling, Senate Spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu said Akpoti-Uduaghan would not be reinstated until she complies fully with the court’s directives
“The court hasn’t taken away the Senate’s right to discipline members,” Adaramodu noted. He added: “It’s now up to her to apologise as directed. Once she does that, the Senate will sit and determine the next steps.”
He emphasised that the Senate will assess the content of the apology before making a final decision, as reported by Leadership
Watch the video below as Natasha assures her supporters:
