The Senate has rejected Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s attempt to resume plenary, declaring that her six-month suspension remains in effect until the conclusion of her ongoing appeal.
In a letter signed by the Acting Clerk to the National Assembly, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, the Senate acknowledged receipt of Akpoti-Uduaghan’s notification in which she stated her intention to return to legislative duties on September 4, 2025, arguing that her suspension period had expired.
However, the Senate maintained that the suspension, which commenced on March 6, 2025, remains valid and cannot be lifted while the case is still before the Court of Appeal.
“The matter remains sub judice, and until the judicial process is concluded, no administrative action can be taken to facilitate your resumption,” the letter stated.
Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, was suspended in March over alleged breaches of Senate standing orders.
The Federal High Court in Abuja subsequently upheld the suspension, leading her to challenge the ruling at the appellate court. The Senate stressed that her suspension would only be reviewed after the Court of Appeal delivers its judgment.
