
Akpabio: FGN Slams Six Cybercrime Charges On Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
Akpabio: FG Slams Six Cybercrime Charges On Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan The Federal Government has initiated legal proceedings against Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, under Nigeria’s amended Cybercrimes Act. This marks a significant step in its efforts to combat misinformation and uphold digital integrity. Natasha faces six criminal charges for allegedly making false and damaging statements against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Yahaya Bello. The case, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, represents the most prominent test of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024, since its enactment. Between April 1 and 14, 2025, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan reportedly claimed in…