A video currently making rounds on social media captures a dramatic moment in the Nigerian Senate, where Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered the immediate removal of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents the Kogi Central Senatorial District, from the Senate chamber.
The incident, which has since sparked widespread debate, occurred during a plenary session after Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan vocally protested an unauthorized alteration to her seating arrangement. According to sources present in the chamber, tensions escalated when she raised concerns about her seat being moved without prior notice or explanation. Her protest disrupted proceedings, leading to a heated exchange between her and the Senate leadership.
Reports indicate that the disruption started when the Chief Whip, Senator Mohammed Ali Monguno, took the floor to raise a point of order. Citing Senate procedural rules, Monguno highlighted what he termed the “improper seating position” of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. Before he could finish his statement, she abruptly interrupted, visibly upset, and challenged the basis of his assertion, leading to a tense confrontation.
As the situation escalated, Senate President Akpabio attempted to restore order by calling for calm and requesting Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan to take her seat. However, she remained defiant, demanding a clear explanation for the unauthorized change. The heated exchange drew the attention of other lawmakers, who attempted to mediate and de-escalate the situation. Despite their efforts, she continued to resist, expressing her frustration over what she described as an unfair and unjustified decision.
The confrontation eventually led to the intervention of the Sergeant-at-Arms, who was instructed to escort her out of the chamber. Video footage of the incident, which has since gone viral, shows the security personnel approaching her, but she refused to leave voluntarily, further prolonging the standoff. Other senators could be seen attempting to reason with her, but she remained firm, insisting on receiving an official justification for the alteration of her seat.
In the midst of the chaos, Senate President Akpabio reiterated his directive for her removal, emphasizing the need to maintain decorum within the legislative chamber. Eventually, after continued resistance, the Sergeant-at-Arms forcefully led her out, marking a rare and dramatic moment in the Senate’s recent history.
The incident has since sparked mixed reactions from the public, with some supporting her stance against what they perceive as an unfair treatment, while others argue that her actions disrupted the proceedings and undermined Senate protocols. Political analysts have also weighed in, suggesting that the incident reflects deeper tensions within the Senate and possible underlying political rivalries.
The viral video has continued to generate discussions online, with many Nigerians expressing their opinions on the dramatic exchange. Some have praised her courage in standing her ground, while others believe she should have followed due process in addressing her concerns.
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