By Atoyebi Nike
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has explained her decision to delay her return to the Senate despite a court ruling overturning her suspension.
In an interview with AIT, Akpoti-Uduaghan said she is waiting to receive the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment before taking further action, based on legal advice.
Her earlier plan to resume duties on Tuesday triggered heightened security around the National Assembly, with intensified checks at entry points.
Although the court ruled that her suspension was unconstitutional and excessive, a legal review by Senate counsel Paul Daudu, SAN, dated July 5, stated that the judgment lacked a direct order reinstating her.
Despite her absence from plenary, the senator said she remained active in delivering on her mandate, citing progress on her Gold Reserve Bill and other legislative initiatives, including proposals on lithium and red minerals.
“I’ve remained engaged with my constituents and continued my legislative work,” she said. “I can’t just hand over personal initiatives like the gold bill.”
She reaffirmed her commitment to public service, pledging to keep representing Kogi Central and contributing to national development both within and outside the Senate.
