Natasha breaks silence, slams Akpabio after security barred her convoy at National Assembly

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan broke her silence on Tuesday after security operatives blocked her convoy from entering the National Assembly complex, despite a court order reinstating her.

Speaking to journalists as she walked into the Assembly on foot, the lawmaker said:

“I’m just glad to be alive and to resume work today.”

Natasha, accompanied by activist Aisha Yesufu, abandoned her vehicle after a tense standoff with security agents at the main gate.

Videos show her stepping out of a black SUV and beginning a long trek into the complex while supporters cheered and chanted “Push!” in defiance of the blockade.

The senator later expanded on the incident, stressing the constitutional implications and accusing the Senate leadership of lawlessness:

“It’s not about me. It’s about a duly elected senator walking into the chambers to resume my constitutional duties as I was elected and mandated by the people of Kogi Central and INEC. We got in today, having duly notified the Senate with two letters that I would be resuming today.

As a matter of fact, I am disappointed in two things. One is the number of policemen outside, all well-kitted with guns, charging at a female senator. The second thing is that the Senate under Akpabio has decided to become lawbreakers by denying me entrance into the chamber to resume my duties. Cross-reference Section 1(2) of the 1999 Constitution and Section 287(3) — it clearly states that decisions of any court of competent jurisdiction must be obeyed. Today, that was violated.”

The drama came hours after Natasha vowed to return to plenary following a court verdict nullifying her six-month suspension by the Senate.