The Senate has stated that there is no legal ground for the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following a court judgment that her lawyers claimed mandated her reinstatement. In a statement, the Senate clarified that the Certified True Copy of the Enrolled Order of the judgment did not contain any express directive or mandatory order for her recall.

The Senate emphasized that Justice Binta Nyako’s remarks were advisory in nature and did not invalidate the chamber’s constitutional authority to impose disciplinary measures. The Senate noted that the court did not issue a declaratory or injunctive order mandating Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s recall, and therefore, her suspension remains in effect.

The Senate acknowledged the court’s observations but stressed that they do not override its internal disciplinary processes or amount to enforceable legal orders. The Senate stated that it would review the judgment and communicate its position in due course, while reiterating its commitment to constitutional democracy, judicial independence, and the rule of law.

The Senate concluded that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains under suspension, and there is no legal basis for her to resume legislative duties at this time.