3 d. ago I still serve my constituents despite Senate suspension, says Senator Natasha

Flags off smart markets in Okene, Okehi LGAs By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The senator representing Kogi Central in the National Assembly, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has disclosed that her suspension from the Senate did not hinder her commitment to delivering democratic dividends to her constituents. She was suspended for six months in March over alleged violation of […] The post I still serve my constituents despite Senate suspension, says Senator Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FCT Court Orders Senate To Recall Senator Natasha, Says Six Months Suspension Unconstitutional

Justice Binta Nyako of a Federal High Court in Abuja, has faulted the suspension of Kogi State Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and nullified it. Justice Nyako also ordered the Senate to recall the suspended senator on grounds that her suspension for six months violated the Constitution and also denied her constituents of adequate representation. The judge […] The post FCT Court Orders Senate To Recall Senator Natasha, Says Six Months Suspension Unconstitutional appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago FCT Court Grants Senator Natasha Bail For Allegedly Defaming Senate President

The Federal Government on Monday, arraigned lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, at the Federal High Court, Abuja. The female lawmaker was arraigned on six counts bordering on alleged defamation of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The Peoples Democratic Party’s Senator pleaded not guilty, and Justice […] The post FCT Court Grants Senator Natasha Bail For Allegedly Defaming Senate President appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Natasha: Nigeria Risks Becoming Banana Republic – Ezekwesili

Former Education Minister and ex-vice president of the World Bank’s Africa region, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has fiercely criticised the Nigerian government’s decision to arraign Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on criminal defamation charges. The case stems from Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations of sexual harassment and death threats by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, prompting what Ezekwesili called a “national embarrassment” […]

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3 w. ago Court rejects FG request to issue bench warrant against Senator Natasha

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has declined a request by the federal government to issue a bench warrant for the arrest of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her failure to appear in court for her defamation trial. Justice Muhammed Umar rejected the oral application by the Federal […] The post Court rejects FG request to issue bench warrant against Senator Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago I’ll Do Everything To Keep 2Baba’s Artistic Flame Alive – Natasha Osawaru

Natasha Osawaru, partner of Afrobeats star 2Baba, has vowed to stand by his music journey, recognising the major influence he has had on both her life and career. She praised his brilliance and creativity, expressing excitement for his forthcoming projects, which she described as his “Rebirth,” in a video shared on Instagram on Friday. She […] The post I’ll Do Everything To Keep 2Baba’s Artistic Flame Alive – Natasha Osawaru appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago June 12: Democracy must work for people, not just at polls – Sen Akpoti

By Sunday Ani As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan has called on Nigerians to uphold the ideals of justice, equity, inclusion, and national unity, insisting that democracy must yield tangible benefits beyond elections. In her Democracy Day message, she paid tribute to the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and other pro-democracy heroes […] The post June 12: Democracy must work for people, not just at polls – Sen Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Democracy must work for the people, not just at the polls — Sen Akpoti

By Sunday Ani As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on Nigerians to uphold the ideals of justice, equity, inclusion, and national unity, insisting that democracy must yield tangible benefits beyond elections. In her Democracy Day message, she paid tribute to the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and other pro-democracy heroes whose […] The post Democracy must work for the people, not just at the polls — Sen Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Appeal Court strikes out Akpabio’s bid to challenge Natasha suit

By Sunday Ani The Court of Appeal in Abuja has struck out two motions filed by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, seeking permission to appeal a Federal High Court’s judgment in favour of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The court granted Akpabio’s application to withdraw both motions, effectively ending the legal challenge for now. In a ruling […] The post Appeal Court strikes out Akpabio’s bid to challenge Natasha suit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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