Natasha Rejects ₦1 Billion Fine in Defamation Case

Natasha, a senator representing Kogi Central, has publicly rejected a ₦1 billion damages award in a defamation lawsuit filed against her by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. The suit, marked HCL 16 2023, was decided by Justice S.

Ibrahim on April 23, 2023, in Lokoja, where the court ruled in favor of Bello based on the preponderance of evidence. Natasha stated that she intends to defend herself against the allegations of character defamation stemming from comments made during an interview on Arise Television.

She emphasized that her statements were made in the public interest and not with malicious intent, arguing that the court failed to adequately evaluate the evidence presented. Natasha's media office released a statement on Saturday, following the court's judgment, indicating her next steps in the legal process.