Kofoworola Odozi Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been suspended from the Nigerian Senate for six months following her accusation of sexual assault against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Senate’s ethics committee dismissed her claim due to procedural rule violations, leading to her suspension. Akpoti-Uduaghan, one of the few female senators, protested the decision but was escorted out by security. She has filed a lawsuit against Akpabio, seeking significant damages.
In the 2023 Nigerian Senate elections, Akpoti-Uduaghan contested and won the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) nomination for Kogi Central Senatorial District. Her campaign faced challenges, including alleged politically motivated attacks and disputes with state officials.
