Senate reopens Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s office after suspension

The Senate has reopened the office of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, months after it was sealed during her suspension.

Her office, located in Suite 2.05 of the Senate wing, had remained locked since March 6, 2025, after she was accused of breaching Senate standing rules.

A video that surfaced on Tuesday showed Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director of the Sergeant-at-Arms, removing the red seal from the lawmaker’s door — a move that officially marked her reinstatement to full legislative duties.

“I, Alabi Adedeji, deputy director, sergeant-at-arms, hereby unseal the office. The office is hereby unsealed. Thank you,” he said in the 25-second clip.

It is still unclear whether the development allows Akpoti-Uduaghan access to her office or the premises of the National Assembly, as the Senate has yet to issue a resolution on her suspension.

On September 9, she was again prevented from resuming legislative duties, with authorities insisting that her suspension remains a matter of ongoing litigation.

Akpoti-Uduaghan was handed a six-month suspension by the Senate earlier this year, a decision that has remained controversial and widely debated in political circles.