Former federal lawmaker and Senior Advocate of Nigeria West Idahosa has challenged the legality of Senator Natasha Akpoti’s extended suspension, asserting that the Senate has overstepped its constitutional boundaries. In a Channels TV interview, SAN Idahosa emphasized that parliamentary suspensions face strict legal limitations, citing that a sitting senator or lawmaker cannot be suspended for more than 14 days without a hearing
This development comes after Senator Akpoti was suspended for six months following her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Senate’s ethics committee rejected her accusations, citing procedural rule violations, and recommended her suspension.
Idahosa’s statement highlights the concerns surrounding the suspension, with many arguing that it undermines the principles of fair hearing and justice. The situation has sparked widespread debate, with various women’s rights groups and organizations condemning the Senate’s actions.
