Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has expressed concern, alleging that the Nigerian Senate is preparing to suspend her following a recent intense confrontation with Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The legislator, representing Kogi Central, spoke in an interview with Ahmed Isah, known as “Ordinary President,” on the Brekete Family, a human rights-focused radio and television show, this Friday.
It is worth noting that Natasha had a disagreement with Senate President Godswill Akpabio during a session in the Senate over a change in seating arrangements on Thursday.
The dispute began when the female senator noticed that her designated seat had been altered upon her arrival for the session.
Refusing to accept the new seating plan, Natasha contested the decision, leading to a heated argument within the chamber.
A widely circulated video recorded Natasha confronting Akpabio, stating, “I’m not afraid of you.”
During her appearance on the Brekete Family program today, Natasha mentioned that many of her entitlements have been taken away from her.
She expressed, “I was informed that you were discussing this issue on your show today, so I appreciate your concern.
“I have faced numerous challenges and have chosen to remain silent to avoid any misinterpretation. I wanted to steer clear of any legal action against myself.
“All I wanted was The opportunity to work. A significant amount of my privileges have been revoked. I have been excluded from numerous international events that I was previously involved in since that nightclub incident that occurred last year.
“In fact, there was even a United Nations event for which I was nominated, but my name was removed from the list. They have decided not to endorse me for any international engagements.
“As a result, every event I have attended since last year has been at my own expense. I have been enduring a lot.”
She added, “I am aware that they are already scheming to suspend me. If they choose to do so, that’s alright it will not hinder my ability to work wherever possible.”
“I will continue to serve my constituents. I will remain a voice for them and will continue to adhere to the law.”
“Therefore, I did not speak out of turn yesterday.
He was addressing my suspension, and I felt compelled to invoke Order 10, which pertains to matters of privilege,” she explained.
In the meantime, Senators from Kogi State have extended their apologies to Senate President Akpabio.
