Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Makes Triumphant Return to Senate After Six-Month Suspension
In what promises to be a significant moment in Nigerian legislative history, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central is set to make her much-anticipated return to the Senate chambers today, marking the end of her controversial six-month suspension.
The development, confirmed by her legal representative Victor Giwa, comes as the Senate reconvenes following an extended annual recess that pushed their resumption from September 23 to October 7, 2025. During this period, several crucial national issues have remained pending, awaiting legislative attention.
As the first female senator from Kogi Central, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return has sparked considerable interest, with her legal team taking a firm stance against any potential attempts to prevent her from resuming her duties. They maintain that having served her suspension period, the senator’s constitutional right to participate in legislative activities must be respected.
Speaking confidently about the situation, Giwa expressed optimism about his client’s return, stating, “To me, our client should just go straight and resume on Tuesday. Anything else they say is just an opinion.” He further echoed renowned lawyer Femi Falana’s sentiment that the Senate must not become an institution that validates illegality.
“The National Assembly is a creation of law, and its actions must be determined by law, not by the whims of the leadership,” Giwa emphasized, pushing back against any potential resistance to the senator’s return.
As the political drama unfolds, all eyes will be on the Senate chambers today to witness this pivotal moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey, with Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return potentially setting a precedent for legislative conduct and accountability.
