AG’s Case Against Me Is A Political Witch-Hunt – Senator Natasha Blasts Malami’s Office

The government is prosecuting the senator over allegations that she falsely accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of plotting to assassinate her.

In the six-count charge (CR/297/25), the prosecution claims Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan made the “false and defamatory” statement during a live television appearance, arguing that she intentionally made imputations that could harm the reputation of others.

According to the charge, her alleged comments violated Section 391 of the Penal Code, Cap 89, Laws of the Federation (1990), and are punishable under Section 392 of the same law.

However, in a fresh motion filed before the court, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan asked for the case to be struck out, arguing that the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) exceeded his constitutional powers and that the prosecution represents a clear abuse of prosecutorial discretion.

She maintained that the AGF’s action violates Section 174(3) of the 1999 Constitution, which mandates that the powers of the office must be exercised in the public interest, in the interest of justice, and to prevent abuse of legal process.

In her affidavit, she stated:

“The six-count charge filed on May 22, 2025, does not serve public interest but rather the private interests of Senator Godswill Akpabio and former Governor Yahaya Bello, using public resources to defend personal reputations.”

She further argued that the petitions leading to her prosecution stemmed from political rivalry and personal grievances, not national security or public welfare.

“This charge was not initiated to defend the country, ensure public safety, or preserve morality. It was borne out of malice and enmity toward me,” she stated.

Akpoti-Uduaghan insisted that her comments, even if controversial, were directed at individuals in their private capacities and not at them as public officials.