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Suspended Sen. Natasha Akpoti Appears in Court Over Contempt Charges—Yet to File Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTwtRfTi5OI

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, was seen arriving at the Federal High Court in Abuja today, May 13, for the scheduled hearing of the contempt proceedings filed against her by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

The court, presided over by Justice Binta Nyako, had adjourned the matter to this date for definite hearing. The contempt charges stem from ongoing political tensions between the two senators, following Akpoti-Uduaghan’s recent suspension from the Senate.

However, the embattled senator has yet to officially file a petition or lawsuit concerning the explosive sexual harassment allegations she hinted at earlier this year, leading many Nigerians to express mixed reactions online. Some question the delay, while others interpret it as a strategic legal maneuver.
On social media, reactions have been swift:

“She’s in court over contempt, but still hasn’t filed for sexual harassment? Something doesn’t add up.” – @ChukaLaw

“Maybe her legal team is building a solid case. This might go beyond what we see now.” – @AdaPolitics

“If you make such a serious allegation, you owe Nigerians an official report or legal action. Otherwise, it weakens real victims’ voices.” – @DrKemiRights

The coming days may determine whether Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan will escalate the matter with a formal filing or continue focusing on her legal defense in the contempt case. Nigerians are watching closely.

Bluezy13:
Tired of this Natasha's saga already

Bluezy13:
Tired of this Natasha's saga already

Oluboh:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/05/sen-natasha-arrives-court-as-judge-hears-akpabios-contempt-claims/amp/

casualobserver:
I said it at the time that she was doing a disservice to women! To professional new omen trying to rise the profession career ladder and to genuine victims of sexual harassment!