“No One Is More Nigerian Than Another” — Senator Natasha Akpoti Fires Bold Message as She Resumes Office

Newly sworn-in Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has made a strong statement about equality, justice, and institutional accountability as she officially resumed duties at the National Assembly.

Addressing journalists after taking her seat, the Kogi Central lawmaker declared that no Nigerian should feel inferior to another in the democratic process and governance of the country.

“Senate President Godswill Akpabio is not more of a senator than I am,” Natasha said. “We can’t calm down in the face of injustice in Nigeria. No one is more Nigerian than another. Sometimes it is good to put our institutions to the test.”

Her remarks come amid conversations about fairness, inclusivity, and the independence of Nigeria’s democratic structures. Natasha’s insistence on confronting injustice is seen by political watchers as a clear message that she intends to be bold and vocal in her role as senator.

Supporters have praised her courage, calling it a “refreshing voice for accountability” in the National Assembly, while critics argue that such statements could cause friction in the upper chamber.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who recently overcame major political and legal hurdles to secure her seat, emphasized that her focus will be on the people of her constituency and on strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions.