Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s office at the National Assembly was unsealed on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, allowing her to regain access following a six-month suspension due to alleged violations of Senate rules. The unsealing was carried out by Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director of the Sergeant-at-Arms, potentially paving the way for her return to the Red Chamber when plenary resumes on October 7, 2025.
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This event marks a turning point in the ongoing controversy surrounding Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was suspended in March 2025 for what the Senate described as “gross misconduct and unruly behaviour.” The suspension had stripped her of aides, office privileges, and salaries, leading to a series of legal and political battles. Despite a federal high court ruling in July 2025 ordering her recall, the Senate leadership, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, had appealed the decision, arguing that parliamentary procedures are shielded from judicial interference.
Supporters of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan gathered in large numbers to accompany her as she accessed her office, reflecting the high stakes and public interest in her return. The presence of constituents and allies underscored the contentious nature of her suspension and the broader implications for legislative autonomy and individual rights within the National Assembly.
The unsealing of her office comes after a period of tension, including an incident in July 2025 when Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was initially refused entry to the National Assembly complex, despite the court ruling. That episode had led to accusations of contempt of court and highlighted the ongoing legal and political standoff.
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