A heated clash erupted in the Senate as President Godswill Akpabio ordered Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan out of the chamber. The Kogi Central lawmaker refused to back down, citing Senate rules. The dramatic exchange has sparked debate over legislative decorum and gender representation in Nigerian politics.
Tensions flared in the Senate on Thursday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to leave the chamber during a heated exchange. The confrontation, captured on video, showed Natasha repeatedly attempting to raise a point of order, but Akpabio ignored her and instead upheld a ruling in favor of Senate Chief Whip Mohammed Tahir Monguno.
As Natasha persisted in seeking recognition, Akpabio, visibly frustrated, directed the Sergeant-at-Arms to remove her from the session. Refusing to back down, she cited the Senate rule book, arguing for her right to speak and contribute to legislative discussions. Her defiance escalated as she openly challenged the Senate President, declaring that even if suspended, she would continue advocating for her constituents and Nigerian women.
The dramatic scene has sparked debate, with social media users divided over the incident. While some criticized Akpabio for shutting down a female senator’s voice, others argued that decorum must be maintained in legislative proceedings. The confrontation highlights ongoing tensions within the Senate and raises questions about parliamentary conduct and gender representation in Nigerian politics.
