The Nigerian Senate is considering a six-month suspension for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan following findings from its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, SAVANNAH NEWSNOW REPORTS.
According to the committee’s report, Senator Neda Imasuen, the chairman, stated that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was found guilty of violating Senate rules, leading to the recommendation for disciplinary action.
If the suspension takes effect on March 6, 2025, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan will be prohibited from entering the National Assembly complex, her office will be sealed, and her salary, along with those of her legislative aides, will be withheld.
Furthermore, she will be barred from representing Nigeria in any official capacity during the suspension.
The committee recommended that she submit a written apology, which would be reviewed to determine whether her suspension should be lifted.
The Senate will vote on the recommendations, which may result in the senator being temporarily stripped of her legislative privileges.
