Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has requested that her Senate probe be aired live to ensure openness.
She was referred to the Senate’s Ethics and Disciplinary Committee after a disagreement with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seating arrangements.
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While she is ready to appear before the panel, she insists that the process should not be conducted behind closed doors.
In a statement shared on social media, Akpoti-Uduaghan mentioned that she had previously stayed silent on Senate matters but had now decided to speak up.
She called on Nigerians to pay attention to the proceedings, stressing her dedication to openness in governance.
The senator also shared a petition from a group called Northern Youths Advocacy for Excellence (NOYAD), which accused her of corruption, breach of trust, and mistreatment of local content committee staff.
She stated that she only recently became aware of the petition.
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She also invited a national television station to host her for an open discussion, saying she is ready to answer any questions.
She urged Nigerians to watch the probe, insisting that it should be broadcast live.
According to her, the coming days and weeks will be crucial in shaping leadership standards in Nigeria.
