The National Assembly has officially denied reports claiming that a court of law ordered the reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to her senatorial seat. According to legislative authorities, no such directive was issued by any competent court.

In a public statement, the Assembly emphasized that circulating reports misinterpreted the court proceedings and that no reinstatement order has been received or enforced.

“There is currently no legal basis for reinstatement,” a senior Assembly official confirmed. “The institution remains guided strictly by constitutional procedure.”

The controversy surfaced after various media platforms suggested that the court had ruled in Akpoti-Uduaghan’s favor regarding her disputed senatorial seat. However, the Assembly cautioned against misleading narratives, urging the public and media to await official communications and verified judicial outcomes.

Background on the Legal Dispute

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s senatorial seat has been the subject of litigation and political speculation following the 2023 general elections. The latest clarification from the National Assembly is expected to calm speculation about a sudden change in Kogi’s representation