Nigerian senator and businessman Ned Nwoko has criticized Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her suspension from the Senate, stating that an apology could have prevented the six-month disciplinary action. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended following a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, whom she had accused of sexual harassment.
Nwoko argued that rather than challenging the Senate leadership, Akpoti-Uduaghan should have taken a more diplomatic approach. He suggested that her refusal to apologize and her defiant stance contributed to the decision to suspend her. However, supporters of Akpoti-Uduaghan see the suspension as politically motivated and a tactic to silence her.
The controversy has sparked national debate, with activists and women’s rights groups rallying under the “We Are All Natasha” movement, calling for justice and gender equality in Nigerian politics. Meanwhile, Akpoti-Uduaghan remains adamant that her suspension is unjust and politically motivated.
As the situation unfolds, there are growing demands for the Senate to revisit its decision and for fair treatment of female lawmakers in Nigeria’s political landscape.
