Locked in a Standoff: Between Senator Natasha, Senate and Nigeria’s democracy By Shalom KASIM A mild drama unfolded on Tuesday, 22 July 2025, when the Senator representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, decided to make good on her promise by showing up at the gates of the National Assembly to reclaim her seat. Natasha, who is currently on a six-month suspension for "gross misconduct", arrived at the national assembly complex alongside popular activist Aisha Yesufu and other bold supporters. However, she could not go far before her convoy was stopped by security personnel...