Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has fired back at her colleague, Senator Karimi Sunday Steve, in a heated exchange that has sparked a national conversation about accountability and transparency in Nigeria’s legislative body. The controversy began when Senator Karimi allegedly made some comments that were perceived as dismissive of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s proposal for regular drug tests for lawmakers.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s proposal is aimed at ensuring that lawmakers are fit to perform their duties and make informed decisions on behalf of their constituents. However, Senator Karimi’s comments were seen as an attempt to undermine the proposal and the integrity of the legislative body.
In response, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan has called out Senator Karimi, questioning his commitment to transparency and accountability. Her proposal has sparked a national conversation about the need for lawmakers to be held to higher standards of integrity and accountability.
It’s worth noting that Senator Karimi has been making waves in the Senate with his achievements, having demonstrated the potential to continue representing his people beyond the 10th Senate ¹. However, his comments on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s proposal have raised questions about his stance on accountability and transparency.
As the controversy continues to unfold, Nigerians will be watching closely to see how the situation plays out. One thing is clear, however: Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s call for regular drug tests for lawmakers has struck a chord, and it is a conversation that is unlikely to go away anytime soon.