Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has commented publicly following the Federal Authorities’s discontinuation of the felony defamation case introduced towards her.
After a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Excessive Court docket on Wednesday struck out the swimsuit, the senator described the ruling as a validation of her place and a reaffirmation of her religion in Nigeria’s authorized system.
She mentioned the choice has strengthened her confidence within the rule of legislation and burdened that she stays centered on representing her constituents and defending democratic freedoms nationwide.
Akpoti-Uduaghan additionally expressed gratitude to her authorized staff, constituents, and supporters for standing by her all through the proceedings.
Talking with journalists, she mentioned, “Immediately’s final result affirms my perception within the rule of legislation. I stay dedicated to serving my constituents and defending the democratic rights of all Nigerians.”
The case was dismissed after the Workplace of the Legal professional-Normal of the Federation submitted a discover of discontinuance, successfully ending the prosecution.
The fees, which sparked widespread dialogue on free speech and political accountability, stemmed from statements the senator allegedly made throughout a tv interview.
Court docket information point out that the discover of discontinuance, dated December 12, 2025, concluded proceedings in swimsuit quantity FHC/ABJ/CR/195/2025.
Justice C. N. Oji, who presided over the matter, accepted the discover and formally struck out the fees.