Senator Natasha Akpoti’s Office Unsealed
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, on Tuesday regained access to her office at the National Assembly and resumed legislative duties after several months of suspension.
Her office, located in Suite 2.05 of the Senate Wing, was formally unsealed by Deputy Director of the Sergeant-at-Arms, Alabi Adedeji, who confirmed the action in a video statement:
“I, Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director, Sergeant-at-Arms, hereby unseal the office. The office is hereby unsealed. Thank you.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan had been suspended on March 6, 2025, following a dispute in the chamber, and her office was subsequently locked. The suspension, initially set for six months, arose from her protest against the reassignment of her seat by Senate President Godswill Akpabio on February 20.
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Although the suspension expired in September, her return was delayed due to legal challenges and resistance within the Senate. In July, the Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that the six-month suspension was excessive and unconstitutional.
Speaking after resuming duties, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan expressed gratitude to her constituents and supporters, while reiterating her commitment to legislative responsibilities. She noted the difficulties faced during the suspension period but maintained she had “no apology to tender.”
The senator’s reinstatement comes amid questions about whether she will be allowed to fully participate in plenary when sessions resume on October 7.
