Drama As Security Stops Senator Natasha From Entering National Assembly
There was drama at the entrance of the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Tuesday as security operatives prevented suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, from gaining access to the premises.
The senator who arrived at the gate, accompanied by activist Aisha Yesufu, rights advocate Mama P, activist Randy, and a crowd of supporters, was denied entry by security officials.
In a bid to intervene, Yesufu confronted the officers stationed at the gate and challenged the order allegedly issued to block Natasha’s entry.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan cars was reportedly denied entry into the National Assembly premises by security agents. She came down and started walking into the National Assembly
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“National Assembly is meant to be for everyone. Why are you stopping us?
“We are law-abiding, doesn’t mean we are cowards,” she asked.
The standoff quickly escalated as some supporters began chanting “Push!” while attempting to force their way in.
Natasha’s supporters were later seen marching toward the complex, chanting solidarity songs.
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Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
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