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Drama In Abuja: Natasha Under Fire As Senate Defends Its Dignity
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, has emphasized that the Nigerian Senate is not a “banana republic.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the remark while addressing the controversy surrounding embattled lawmaker Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Speaking at a one-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja, Adaramodu stressed that the Senate operates strictly under established rules, which must be respected at all times.
He also urged journalists covering parliamentary proceedings to help enlighten Nigerians about these rules in order to prevent widespread misconceptions, especially regarding disciplinary measures taken during plenary sessions.
“The National Assembly is not a banana republic. We operate under rules that must be obeyed. It is important that Nigerians understand this, and you—journalists covering the Senate—have a key role to play,” he stated.
Highlighting the importance of accurate reporting, the senator pointed to Section 6(1) of the Senate Standing Rules, which empowers the Senate President to assign and reassign seats to lawmakers when necessary.
Adaramodu noted that controversies like the one involving Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan often arise from ignorance of or disregard for these procedures.
He explained: “If a senator is assigned seat number 10 but insists on sitting at seat number 13, that senator will not be recognised by the Senate President. If the lawmaker insists on recognition, problems will certainly arise.”
He further clarified that seat allocations are not permanent and can be adjusted at the discretion of the Senate President, stressing that strict adherence to legislative procedures is essential to maintaining order, discipline, and credibility within the National Assembly.
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