Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has insisted that her probe proceedings before the Senate Ethics and Disciplinary Committee be broadcast live, asserting that Nigerians have the right to witness the process.
Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was referred to the committee following her face-off with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over a seating arrangement dispute, stated that while she is ready to appear before the panel, she will not allow the matter to be handled behind closed doors.
In a statement on her Facebook page on Thursday, the lawmaker revealed that she had previously refrained from speaking publicly on the issue but has now decided to break her silence, urging Nigerians to closely follow the proceedings as she advocates for full transparency.
She wrote, “Good morning courageous people of Kogi Central, Kogi State and Nigeria.
“This petition came to my notice a few hours ago.
“In as much as I have refrained from publicly speaking on the matter and a lot of occurrences at the Senate under Senate President Akpabio, it’s about time I break my silence.
“Arise News, set a date and I shall be in your studio in person. Spare no questions.
“And to Nigerians, please be sure to join the probe which I shall insist would be covered live.
“The next few days and weeks shall be interesting but will shape the standard and quality of Nigeria’s leadership.”