Nigerian Govt Sues Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks

The suit, marked CR/297/25, was filed on May 16, 2025, at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory. Akpoti-Uduaghan is the sole defendant in the matter.

According to the government, the senator is accused of “making imputation knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm the reputation of a person,” a charge brought under Section 391 of the Penal Code, Cap 89, Laws of the Federation, 1990. The offence, if proven, is punishable under Section 392 of the same statute.

The prosecution has listed the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, as witnesses. Both individuals are expected to present evidence during the proceedings.

Details shortly…