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Senate Warns Natasha Akpoti Against Planned Return To NASS, Says ‘It’s Premature’

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Senate Warns Natasha Akpoti Against Planned Return To NASS, Says ‘It’s Premature’

Senate warns Natasha Akpoti against planned return to NASS, says ‘It’s premature’. The senate has cautioned Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi central, not to return to the national assembly until her suspension is formally lifted.

On Saturday, Akpoti-Uduaghan announced that she would resume legislative duties on Tuesday, adding that she had informed the senate in writing.

But in a statement on Sunday, Yemi Adaramodu, chairman of the senate committee on media and public affairs, said “no court order mandates the senate to reinstate the suspended lawmaker”.

Adaramodu said the red chamber is committed to due process and the rule of law.

“The senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to reaffirm, for the third time, that there is no subsisting court order mandating the senate to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan before the expiration of her suspension,” the statement reads.

“The senate had previously issued two public statements after the court ruling and the release of the certified true copy of the enrolled order, making it clear that no positive or mandatory directive was issued against the senate regarding her recall.

“Rather, the honourable court gave a non-binding advisory urging the senate to consider amending its standing orders and reviewing the suspension, which it opined might be excessive.

“The court, however, explicitly held that the senate did not breach any law or constitutional provision in imposing the disciplinary measure based on the senator’s misconduct during plenary.”

He said the same court had found Akpoti-Uduaghan guilty of contempt and imposed sanctions, including a N5 million fine payable to the federal government and an order to publish an apology in two national newspapers and on her Facebook page—which she has allegedly not complied with.

“It is therefore surprising and legally untenable that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, while on appeal and having filed a motion for stay against the valid and binding orders made against her, is attempting to act upon an imaginary order of recall that does not exist,” Adaramodu said.

He warned that any attempt by Akpoti-Uduaghan to “storm the senate next Tuesday under a false pretext” would be deemed premature, disruptive, and a violation of legislative order.

“The senate will, at the appropriate time, consider the advisory opinion of the court on both amending the standing orders of the senate and her recall and communicate the same thereof to Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan.

“Until then, she is respectfully advised to stay away from the senate chambers and allow due process to run its full course.”

Senate Warns Natasha Akpoti Against Planned Return To NASS

On March 6, the senate suspended Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months for alleged violation of its standing rules.

The action followed her allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, a claim she later took to court after her suspension.

In July, the federal high court in Abuja asked the senate to recall the lawmaker, ruling that the length and nature of her suspension were excessive.

However, the senate said it has yet to receive the certified true copy (CTC) of the judgement and would not act on it.

Akpabio has approached the court of appeal to challenge the judgement.

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

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November 29, 2025

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.

He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.

“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.

He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

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November 29, 2025

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials

As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.

The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.

He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.

Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.

“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.

“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.

“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.

The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.

“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.

“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.

He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

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November 29, 2025

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.

Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”