9 d. ago Natasha: Nigerian lawmakers whose constituents attempted to recall

Tribune Online Natasha: Nigerian lawmakers whose constituents attempted to recall Nigeria’s long-time experiment of the recall process was recently reignited again, dominating the country’s political space with drama, tension, and anxiety.  Barely two weeks ago, Kogi Central constituents began an attempt to recall their senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following her suspension from the country’s upper legislative chamber over alleged misconduct.  For context, Senator Natasha was suspended […] Natasha: Nigerian lawmakers whose constituents attempted to recall Tribune Online

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1 week ago ‘I’ll Talk When There’s Something To Say On Tinubu’s Govt – Wole Soyinka

Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has pushed back against Nigerians expecting him to assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration on their timeline. Soyinka emphasised that he’ll speak out when he feels it’s necessary, not because of external pressure. He pointed out that evaluating the government is a collective effort, noting that other prominent voices like Femi Falana, […] The post ‘I’ll Talk When There’s Something To Say On Tinubu’s Govt – Wole Soyinka appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Arrest, detention of Bauchi AG politically motivated — Group

Tribune Online Arrest, detention of Bauchi AG politically motivated — Group The group stated that Bala Mohammed is the target of the EFCC for being the strongest voice of Nigeria's masses amidst the bad governance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Arrest, detention of Bauchi AG politically motivated — Group Tribune Online

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1 week ago Amid Suspension, Senator Natasha Distributes Grains To Constituents 

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central senatorial district, has said that her suspension does not affect her mandate as a duly elected senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and representative of the people. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who has been having a running battle with the Senate leadership lately, stated this during the distribution of […]

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1 week ago Suspension: Group condemns Natasha’s approach in seeking redress

Tribune Online Suspension: Group condemns Natasha’s approach in seeking redress Speaking at the meeting, the Convener and President of the DCNY, Comrade Yinka Gbadebo, expressed the displeasure of Nigerian youths in the diaspora over what he described as the senator’s sensational handling of the issue. Suspension: Group condemns Natasha’s approach in seeking redress Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Civil society petitions UN over Natasha’s sexual assault allegations

The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria has written to the United Nations through the Office of the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria over the lingering crisis in the Nigerian Senate following allegations of sexual assault levelled against Senate President Godswill Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who is serving a six-month suspension, had Read More

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2 w. ago ‘Akpabio Gave Condition I Had To Please Him’, Senator Natasha Alleges Suspension Was Retaliation

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central in the Senate, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has maintained that her suspension was a direct consequence of her accusations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed in an interview with Sky News on Wednesday that Akpabio told her she had to “please him” to enjoy her privileges as […]

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2 w. ago Women Group Writes Tinubu, Seeks Transparency, Justice In Akpoti

Womanifesto, a gender equality movement comprising Nigerian women from various sectors in Nigeria and the diaspora, has expressed concern over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Nigerian Senate, describing the situation as an injustice against the female lawmaker. The group specifically criticised the alleged sexual harassment and misogynistic tendencies she experienced, as well […]

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2 w. ago Constituents Stage Rally For Senator Natasha’s Reinstatement

Constituents from Kogi Central Senatorial District on Tuesday, staged another solidarity march against the suspension of their Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, demanding for her immediate reinstatement.   Speaking during the solidarity march held at Itakpe Junction in Okehi local government area of the state, President General of Ebira Youth Congress (EYC), Comrade Ahmed Bachido noted that […]

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2 w. ago “Simple Apology Could’ve Prevented Natasha’s Suspension” – Ned Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko has expressed disappointment over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stating that an apology could have prevented the outcome. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended on March 6 for breaking Senate rules after objecting to her new sitting arrangement, which she claimed was designed to undermine her. Nwoko advised her to apologize, but she refused. […] The post “Simple Apology Could’ve Prevented Natasha’s Suspension” – Ned Nwoko appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Natasha: SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse suspension

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The raging controversy over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti- Uduaghan has attracted yet another legal action following a suit by Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio over the failure to reverse her suspension. It is the contention of SERAP that “the patently unlawful suspension […] The post Natasha: SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse suspension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ned Nwoko faults Natasha, says apology could have prevented suspension

The Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, Senator Ned Nwoko, has expressed disappointment over how the conflict between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, was handled. Nwoko voiced his concerns in a statement posted on his official X handle on Sunday. The senator representing Read More

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2 w. ago ‘It’s patently unlawful,’ SERAP sues Akpabio over Natasha’s suspension

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sued Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, over what it described as the “patently unlawful” suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court, Abuja, seeks to overturn the six-month suspension, which SERAP argued violates the senator’s fundamental rights and deprives her constituents of representation. SERAP Read More

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2 w. ago Natasha’s suspension, attack on women’s voices in governance – Group

Tribune Online Natasha’s suspension, attack on women’s voices in governance – Group The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has called for the fair and respectful treatment of female senators in the Nigerian Senate, emphasising the need for inclusivity and gender equity in governance. The Centre expressed concern over the recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, urging for her immediate reinstatement. In a statement […] Natasha’s suspension, attack on women’s voices in governance – Group Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Suspension: Embattled Natasha files fresh suit as Senate backs Akpabio

The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has filed a contempt suit against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and others over her six-month suspension without pay from the Senate. Others listed in the Form 48 contempt charge, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja and sighted on Thursday, include the Clerk of Read More

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3 w. ago Natasha files contempt charge against Akpabio, others for disobeying Court order

Tribune Online Natasha files contempt charge against Akpabio, others for disobeying Court order Following her six-month suspension by the Senate, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has initiated contempt proceedings against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Clerk of the National Assembly, and the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, Senator Neda Imasuem. In the Form 48 she filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, […] Natasha files contempt charge against Akpabio, others for disobeying Court order Tribune Online

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3 w. ago “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU

Nigerian Senate has denied allegations claiming that the six-month suspension to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was connected to sexual harassment claim against Senate President Godswil Akpabio. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Senate on Wednesday, was responding to Senator Natasha’s statements at the Inter-Parliamentary Union on Tuesday. Recall that the Kogi lawmaker had taken her case before […] The post “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU

Tribune Online VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU The Nigerian Senate has clarified to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) that the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was due to gross misconduct and unruly behaviour, not as a result of allegations of sexual harassment as she had claimed. VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Natasha suspended for misconduct, not harassment claim, Senate replies IPU

The Nigerian Senate has defended its decision to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan before the Inter-Parliamentary Union, stating that her suspension was not related to allegations of sexual harassment but due to gross misconduct. Speaking before the IPU on Wednesday, the Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, Kafilat Ogbara, dismissed claims Read More

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3 w. ago Natasha’s gross misconduct led to her suspension – Senate to IPU

The Senate has shared its account of what led to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, saying she exhibited gross misconduct and unruly behaviour. Daily Sun reported that Akpoti-Uduaghan took her case to the United Nations Inter-Parliamentary Conference in New York on Tuesday, alleging that she was being victimised for accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual […] The post Natasha’s gross misconduct led to her suspension – Senate to IPU appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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