Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan explains her attendance at the IPU meeting despite suspension, as Nigerian authorities launch a probe into her participation.
The IPU has assured Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan that it will take necessary action after hearing both sides regarding her suspension from the Nigerian Senate.
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan took her suspension case to the UN and IPU, alleging political victimization after accusing Senate President Akpabio of harassment.
Six months of suspension issued by the Senate against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan stems from her accusations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio who continues to deny these allegations.
Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Akpabio denies the claims as the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct reviews the case