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The Digest: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s attempt to resume legislative duties after a six-month suspension has been halted by the National Assembly, citing an ongoing Court of Appeal case. The stalemate underscores tensions between legislative authority and judicial oversight. Key...

The Digest: The National Assembly (NASS) has blocked the return of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, insisting her six-month suspension remains in effect due to a pending legal case. Key Points: NASS has told Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan she cannot resume her legislative duties...

The Digest: Suspended lawmaker Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central made a bold return to the National Assembly, defying Senate orders after a court ruling. Despite the Senate's warnings, she arrived accompanied by supporters, reigniting tensions over her suspension. Key Points: Natasha...

Accredited journalists were denied entry into the National Assembly chamber where President Tinubu delivered his Democracy Day speech, raising press freedom concerns. Tinubu addressed a joint session of the NASS to mark Democracy Day Security operatives blocked accredited journalists from...