By Charles Maduka
Lawyers representing Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have raised concerns over what they describe as selective justice by the Federal Government, following the filing of criminal charges against the senator while several petitions she submitted remain unaddressed.
In a statement issued by her legal counsel, Uju Nwoduwu, the team revealed that Akpoti-Uduaghan filed 12 petitions between March and May 2025. The complaints include allegations of cyberstalking, defamation, threats to life, and even an attempted assassination. Despite their gravity, none have reportedly received attention from the police or relevant security agencies.
“There is a legitimate public expectation that law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies uphold the principles of fairness, due process, and equal justice—regardless of who is involved,” the legal team stated.
The lawyers noted that while their client’s petitions remain untouched, counter-allegations from figures such as Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello have led to swift action, culminating in criminal charges against her.
“This glaring disparity raises serious concerns about a biased and uneven application of justice,” they said.
Among the unresolved petitions are reports involving top officials and incidents as serious as the abduction and attempted assassination of one of the senator’s protocol officers.
Although Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan is currently outside the country on personal matters, her legal team confirmed she has received official notice of the charges and is ready to return for arraignment once a date is fixed.
“She remains resolute in her commitment to due process,” the statement read, expressing appreciation to members of the public who have questioned the credibility of the criminal charges.
The lawyers concluded by calling for an impartial investigation into all outstanding petitions and urged authorities to ensure justice is served without fear or favour.
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