Senate Yet to Receive Certified True Copy of Court Ruling on Senator Natasha’s Suspension

The Senate has clarified that it has not yet been served the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Federal High Court judgment that nullified the six-month suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

On Friday, July 4, 2025, Justice Binta Nyako ordered the reinstatement of Senator Natasha, describing her suspension as "excessive." However, in response to the ruling, Senate spokesperson Senator Yemi Adaramodu stated that although the Senate acknowledges the judgment, it has not officially received the CTC.

"No party involved in the case has been officially served the enrolled order of the judgment, so no action can yet be taken based on any perceived order or relief," Adaramodu explained.

He added that the Senate’s legal team, who were present in court, confirmed that the full judgment was not read aloud during the proceedings.

"We have now formally applied for the Certified True Copy in order to conduct a comprehensive review and determine an appropriate legal response. This is particularly important given the current ambiguity around whether the court made a specific order nullifying Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension," he said.

Adaramodu, who also serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, emphasized that until the Senate receives and reviews the CTC, it will refrain from taking any action that could compromise its legal standing.

"The Senate remains fully committed to the rule of law and will act strictly in line with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria once there is full clarity on the court’s decision," he stated.

He urged the public to remain calm and assured that the Senate would follow due process in handling the matter.

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