End Of Suspension? Natasha Reveals She Has Not Been Officially Informed By NASS

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, formally returned to her duties at the National Assembly on Tuesday, six months after her suspension.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Earlier in the day, the Sergeant-at-Arms unsealed her office at Suite 205, Senate Wing, clearing the way for her resumption.

Before entering her office, Akpoti-Uduaghan told journalists that she had not yet received any official communication regarding her reinstatement.

“While we were in court, I read in the news that our office had been opened. I even saw a video of the clerk himself unlocking the door,” she said. “As of now, I have not been formally notified. I expect an institution like the National Assembly to follow proper administrative procedures with written communication. The last correspondence from the clerk stated that we were not allowed to resume, as it was within the Senate’s discretion. But we are here today, and I intend to spend a few minutes in the office.”

Her return caused a minor stir at the Senate wing entrance, as supporters tried to accompany her inside. The senator, however, urged them to remain calm.

“Those of you who want to come, it is your office, your right to be there, just as it is your right to be here in the people’s parliament. But I ask that you remain quiet and calm. Your voices have been heard, your actions have been loud. Nigerians are proud of you, I am proud of you, and our ancestors are proud of you. Now, I will simply walk in,” she said.

Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended earlier this year for alleged breaches of Senate standing rules. However, on July 4, the Federal High Court in Abuja deemed the suspension “excessive and unconstitutional” and urged the Senate to reconsider her reinstatement.

Despite the court ruling, the National Assembly management insisted her return required either a fresh Senate resolution or a definitive court order.

Tuesday marked the first time the senator accessed her office since the suspension was imposed.