Senate outrage: Akpabio must go – Ajaka

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) gubernatorial candidate in the last Kogi State election, Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, has strongly condemned what he described as the “display of legislative autocracy and rascality” by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, following his actions against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District.

In a statement released on Thursday, Ajaka accused Akpabio of lacking respect for democratic values and promoting undemocratic practices that undermine the Senate’s independence and credibility.

“In a democracy, the legislative arm of government is critical to upholding democratic values such as inclusion and tolerance. However, the Senate under Akpabio’s leadership has shown a troubling pattern of autocratic behavior, as seen in the recent viral video. His actions against Senator Natasha not only diminish the dignity of his colleague but also reinforce growing concerns about the Senate’s lack of independence, disregard for the constitution, and violation of the rule of law,” Ajaka stated.

Ajaka stressed that Nigerians expect a Senate that is accountable and responsive to their needs. He warned that denying elected representatives the right to speak on behalf of their constituencies, as witnessed in the viral incident, poses a serious threat to democracy.

“When elected representatives are silenced or prevented from presenting their constituency’s views at plenary, it reflects a dangerous shift toward tyranny. The future of our democracy is at stake if these undemocratic actions are left unchecked,” he warned.

 

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