Akande Slams Senate for Suspending Senator Natasha, Calls for Democracy Uphold
Laolu Akande, speaking on Inside Sources on Channels Television, criticized the Nigerian Senate's suspension of Senator Natasha for six months, labeling it an assault on democracy. Akande condemned the Senate's actions as outrageous and a violation of democratic principles, arguing that the Senate should symbolize democracy, not dictatorship.
He emphasized that denying Natasha her mandate was undemocratic and a disservice to the electorate. Akande highlighted the importance of upholding the will of the people and ensuring elected representatives can fulfill their duties without interference from the Senate.
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