Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has issued a stern warning to the Clerk of the National Assembly, Kamorudeen Ogunlana, threatening legal action should she be barred from resuming plenary duties on Monday, 15th September.
The warning, contained in a letter dated 10 September and signed by her legal counsel, Chief Michael Numa, SAN, follows what Akpoti-Uduaghan describes as continued disregard for a court order permitting her return to legislative functions.
“Take notice that failure to comply by Monday, 15th September 2025, will leave us with no alternative but to initiate proceedings against you personally and in your official capacity,” the letter reads.
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According to the correspondence, the National Assembly’s refusal to adhere to judicial directives constitutes a violation of the Nigerian Constitution and the Code of Conduct for Public Officers. Chief Numa argued that such actions not only erode the authority of the judiciary but also risk undermining public trust in democratic institutions.
The letter further warned that should the Clerk obstruct her resumption, legal proceedings for contempt of court and other disciplinary actions would be initiated, with Ogunlana held directly responsible for any breach of peace that may result.
“We strongly advise that you reconsider your untenable stance and comply with the Constitution and extant judicial orders,” it concluded.
Akpoti-Uduaghan, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been engaged in a prolonged legal battle over her suspension, which she maintains was politically motivated. A recent court ruling is understood to have cleared the way for her reinstatement, though her return has so far been stalled by administrative resistance within the National Assembly.
As the situation escalates, political observers are closely watching whether the National Assembly leadership will comply with the court ruling or face further legal consequences.
