My Suspension Is Illegal, I Will Continue To Act As Senator – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has described her suspension from the Senate as unlawful, insisting she will continue carrying out her legislative duties despite the decision.

Her suspension, which was announced following a dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seating arrangements on February 20, was reportedly due to “gross misconduct.”

The situation intensified when Natasha Akpoti later accused Akpabio of sexual harassment—an allegation he strongly denied.

The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions reviewed her petition but dismissed it on procedural grounds.

On Friday, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly rejected the six-month suspension, stating that it holds no legal weight and does not strip her of her position.

Taking to social media, the Kogi lawmaker described the decision as an attack on justice and an attempt to suppress her voice.

“Against the culture of silence, intimidation and victim-shaming; my unjust suspension from the Nigerian Senate invalidates the principles of natural justice, fairness and equity,” she wrote.

Natasha Akpoti reaffirmed that the suspension would not deter her from representing her constituents at the Senate.

“The illegal suspension does not withdraw my legitimacy as a senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and I will continue to use my duly elected position to serve my constituents and country to the best of my ability till 2027… and beyond,” she added.

Despite the Senate’s decision, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains resolute, making it clear that she will not be silenced.