The Digest:
Socio-political activist Aisha Yesufu has pledged to stand with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as she insists on resuming her duties at the Senate despite opposition. This comes after a court ruling declared her suspension unconstitutional.
Key Points
- Aisha Yesufu declared that she would accompany Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to the Senate on Tuesday, July 22, despite opposition from the Senate.
- Yesufu emphasized that the Senator has the legal right to resume office following the Federal High Court ruling, which deemed her suspension unconstitutional.
- The activist condemned the treatment of women in Nigerian politics, citing the low number of female senators and the unfair targeting of Akpoti-Uduaghan.
- Yesufu criticized the Senate’s disregard for the court ruling, accusing them of acting with impunity and ignoring constitutional principles.
- Akpoti-Uduaghan reiterated her intention to return to the Senate, despite an appeal from Senate President Godswill Akpabio against the court ruling.
- Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension stemmed from a controversial altercation with Akpabio, including allegations of sexual misconduct, which he denied.
- The Senate spokesperson urged Akpoti-Uduaghan to stay away from proceedings, claiming there is no binding order mandating her return before her suspension expires.
Aisha Yesufu has pledged to support Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in her battle against the Senate’s refusal to lift her suspension, citing the recent court ruling and accusing the Senate of acting outside the law.
Sources: Channels TV
