We are all Natasha - Everything You Need to Know about the Senator

Senator Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, born on December 9, 1979, is a Nigerian lawyer, social entrepreneur, and politician representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly since 2023. She is notably the first elected female senator from Kogi State. Akpoti-Uduaghan gained prominence through her advocacy for the revival of the Ajaokuta Steel Mill and her commitment to industrialization in Nigeria.  

In March 2025, Akpoti-Uduaghan accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Subsequently, she faced a six-month suspension from the Senate, officially cited for violations of Senate Standing Rules. This suspension has sparked national and international debates, with women’s rights groups condemning the action and organizing protests under the banner “We are all Natasha.” Akpoti-Uduaghan has challenged the suspension’s legality, asserting it as an attempt to silence her and an assault on democracy.  

The situation has drawn attention to issues of gender inequality within Nigerian politics, where female representation remains significantly low. The controversy continues to unfold, highlighting the challenges faced by women in leadership positions in Nigeria.

In this episode, Babah Kay describes the implications of her suspension on Injustice to women all across Nigeria and the effect of women in politics in Nigeria.

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