Appeal Court Strikes Out Akpabio’s Motions Against Senator Natasha, Awards ₦100,000 Cost

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has struck out two motions filed by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, against suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The court also awarded a cost of ₦100,000 against Akpabio in favor of the senator.

Akpabio had filed the motions as part of an ongoing legal dispute, but the appellate court found no merit in his applications and dismissed them. The decision marks a legal win for Senator Natasha, who has faced political opposition since her suspension.

While details of the motions were not fully disclosed, the ruling highlights growing tensions within the Senate leadership and among key political figures. The court’s firm stance in awarding costs suggests it viewed the filings as lacking proper legal grounding.

Observers see the decision as a boost for Senator Natasha’s position, potentially affecting internal power dynamics in the National Assembly. Legal analysts also note that the ruling reinforces the judiciary’s commitment to due process and discourages frivolous litigation.

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