The Senate has acknowledged the recent judgment delivered concerning Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan but says it has not yet received the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the ruling.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs.

Adaramodu noted that the CTC is essential for a comprehensive review and to determine the appropriate legal response. Until it is received, he said, the Senate will avoid any actions that might compromise its legal standing on the matter of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension.

“The Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria acknowledges the judgment delivered on July 4 by the Federal High Court in Abuja regarding the case filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan,” the statement read.

“However, the Senate has not been served with the Certified True Copy of the said judgment. Our legal team, who were present during the proceedings, confirmed that the full judgment was not read in open court.

“As such, we have formally requested the CTC to allow for a proper review and to determine an informed legal response—especially given the ambiguity surrounding whether the court issued any specific order reversing the suspension of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan.

“As no party in the suit has been officially served with the enrolled order, no one can act on any presumed directive or relief.

“On legal counsel’s advice, the Senate will maintain its current position and refrain from taking further steps until it has examined the CTC,” Adaramodu added.

He reaffirmed the Senate’s commitment to the rule of law and emphasized that all decisions would be guided strictly by the Nigerian Constitution once the court’s ruling is fully clarified.

He also appealed to the public for patience, assuring that the Senate will adhere to due process as it awaits the official court document to guide its next course of action.