Senate resumes after recess as Natasha returns from suspension

By Paul Dada

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan made a  return to the Senate on Tuesday, marking the end of her six-month suspension as the National Assembly resumed plenary after a 10-week recess.

The Senator representing Kogi Central, who had been absent from legislative activities since her controversial suspension earlier in the year, was seen  in the chamber as lawmakers reconvened.

Although Senate President Godswill Akpabio was notably absent, his deputy Barau Jibrin presided over the session, which saw a turnout from senators across party lines.

In a display of international solidarity, some senators were seen wearing the colours and attire symbolising Palestinian identity, in support of the Free Palestine movement.

The Senate had gone on  recess in late July 2025,