The Federal Government has launched an investigation into the attendance of suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the recent Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) meeting in New York, an event she claims has now put her at risk of arrest upon her return to Nigeria.

According to Premium Times, government sources revealed that Akpoti-Uduaghan attended the event without undergoing the required nomination process.

The Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) are reportedly leading the probe to determine how she gained access to the meeting and whether any individuals or organizations facilitated her participation.

Calls for an investigation intensified after Akpoti-Uduaghan’s speech at the IPU on March 11, where she alleged that she was being persecuted in Nigeria for rejecting sexual advances from Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

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She also acknowledged that, following her suspension, her participation in the meeting was unauthorized.

Speaking with Premium Times on Sunday, Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed she had received indications that she might be arrested upon her return to Abuja.

“… I’m aware there are plans underway to have me arrested as soon as I arrive Abuja,” she said.

She further alleged that Nigerian officials attempted to remove her from the United Nations premises following her speech.

“The Senate President Akpabio sent three staff headed by the Chargé D’Affaires of the Nigerian embassy in New York to evacuate me from the United Nations premises right after my speech. I was rescued by parliamentarians from other countries and the security.”

Government sources stated that the investigation would focus on verifying whether she obtained the necessary credentials, whether external parties assisted her, and whether her statements misrepresented Nigeria’s interests.

Addressing how she was able to attend the IPU meeting despite not being an official delegate, Akpoti-Uduaghan explained:

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“I registered online as a senator. The suspension does not remove my legitimacy as a senator. I registered online and got a pass.”

“I attended the same programme last year and was already on the mailing list. After I got a pass, I bought my own ticket and funded my trip and participation at the event.”

A 32-year-old labourer, Kevin Roberts, has been sentenced to one year imprisonment for assaulting his wife in Guyana.   Roberts of Queenstown, Essequibo Coast, was charged with the offence of Assault, committed on his wife Annalisa Francis, which occurred on Sunday, 9th March 2025, at Queenstown, Essequibo Coast.  Guyana Police Force in a statement on Sunday, March 16, said the charge was laid under Section (21) of the Summary Jurisdiction Offences Act, Chapter 8:02.  On Thursday 13th March 2025, the case was heard at the Suddie Magistrate’s Court, before Magistrate Miss Tamieka Clarke, where the charge was read to the Defendant.  He pleaded guilty to the charge and was sentenced to one (1) month imprisonment.  The post Man sentenced to one month imprisonment for assaulting his wife appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.

Police operatives in Abia and Nasarawa states have rescued four kidnapped victims and neutralised seven criminals, including a notorious kidnapping kingpin known as ‘Honor’, during separate operations.

According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer on Sunday, the operations also led to the recovery of several arms and ammunition, while some suspects escaped with gunshot wounds.

In Abia State, police received reports on 9 March 2025 that four individuals had been kidnapped while driving their Toyota RAV4 along New Umuahia Road, Obingwa. Acting on intelligence, the command’s tactical team stormed a three-bedroom bungalow in Osokwa, Osisioma LGA, on 14 March, where the victims were being held.

A fierce gun battle ensued, resulting in the neutralisation of six kidnappers. The victims were rescued unharmed, and security operatives recovered two AK-47 rifles, six magazines, and 34 rounds of live ammunition. The rescued individuals were later taken to the police hospital for medical attention.

In a separate operation in Nasarawa State, a joint team of police officers, the Nigerian Army, and local vigilantes tracked down the wanted kidnapper ‘Honor’ in Akwanga. He was intercepted near Akwanga Central Mosque while attempting to flee on a motorcycle.

The suspect resisted arrest, brandishing a firearm, but was swiftly neutralised. Security operatives recovered a Beretta pistol and 12 rounds of 9mm live ammunition. One accomplice managed to escape with gunshot wounds, and a manhunt is underway to capture the fleeing suspect.

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun commended the operatives for their professionalism and reaffirmed the police force’s commitment to eradicating kidnapping and violent crimes.

“These recent operations underscore the resilience of the Nigeria Police Force in combating criminality. We remain dedicated to dismantling criminal networks and ensuring the safety of all citizens,” the IGP stated.

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