Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan challenges Nigerian govt’s defamation case

Ripplesnigeria | 23-09-2025 10:25pm |

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, on Monday, filed a preliminary objection seeking the dismissal of criminal defamation charges instituted against her by the Federal Government, describing the case as political persecution and a clear demonstration of double standards. The six-count charge, filed under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024, stemmed from petitions

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