- A heated exchange erupted between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after her seat was reassigned
- The Kogi senator alleged that Akpabio had repeatedly sidelined her, denying her the opportunity to present bills for a second reading since their last confrontation
- Public affairs analyst Hamma Hayatu condemned Akpabios treatment of senators, accusing him of acting like a superior rather than an equal and questioning the frequent suspension of lawmakers
A public affairs analyst reacted after a clash between Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti.
Photo credit: @SPNigeriaSource: TwitterNatasha questions Akpabio over seat relocationI dont care if I am silenced. I am not afraid of you. You have denied me my privilege, Akpoti-Uduaghan fired back at Akpabio. Senator Natasha accuses Akpabio of silencing her Analyst berates Akpabio over handling of lawmakersNatasha is a brave woman. Akpabio handles senators like his errand children or employees, when in reality, he is just a lead among equals. “This incessant suspension of senators should be challenged in court. Why should a constituency be denied representation? Akpabio moves against Senator Kingibe
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