Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Alleges Marginalization in Senate

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, a lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senate, has alleged marginalization following her exclusion from the North Central Committee. She described this exclusion as part of a sustained pattern of marginalization within the Senate.

The committee's membership has come under scrutiny amid concerns regarding its influence in the 10th National Assembly. Akpoti-Uduaghan expressed her grievances after discovering her name was missing from the official attendance list during a scheduled committee meeting.

Upon seeking clarification from the committee clerk, she was informed by the clerk that the committee chairman, Senator Titu Zam, had provided instructions regarding the membership. Tensions reportedly escalated during an exchange between Akpoti-Uduaghan and the committee chairman, who indicated that decisions were based on directives from higher authorities, although no specific details were disclosed.

Akpoti-Uduaghan questioned the constitutional basis for her exclusion and reaffirmed her commitment to advocating for equitable treatment and due process in legislative matters.