Senator Dickson Backs Natasha’s Return To Senate

 Former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson has endorsed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return to the Senate, voicing support during a political gathering on July 12, 2025, in Abuja. 

The Kogi Central representative, suspended in March 2025 over alleged misconduct, has faced scrutiny from Senate President Godswill Akpabio, but Dickson hailed her as a voice for gender equity and youth representation. He urged the Senate to reinstate her.

Dickson, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart, argued her suspension, linked to a budget padding claim, lacked due process, a view shared by some civil society groups. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s legal team is appealing to the National Assembly, with a hearing scheduled for August 2025. 

Critics suggest Dickson’s backing reflects PDP strategy, but supporters see it as a push for fairness. The endorsement has intensified Senate debates, with 150 attendees at the event.