Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Henry Owen
The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan until February 4, 2026. The trial is related to allegations that she engaged in cybercrime activities aimed at damaging the reputation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The case has attracted a lot of media and public interest. It involves claims that the senator used online communications to spread false or harmful information about the Senate President. The details of the allegations are still being examined by the court.
During a recent court session, the senator’s lawyer asked for more time to prepare her defense, explaining that the case involves complex digital evidence, including electronic messages and online records. The court agreed and set the new trial date for February 2026.
This case has seen several delays before, mainly because of legal technicalities and disputes over the evidence. Many people are watching the case closely because it involves a sitting senator and a key leader in Nigeria’s government.
Supporters of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan believe the case might be politically motivated and are calling for a fair trial. Legal experts say the trial will involve examining digital evidence and expert testimonies on cybercrime laws.
Both the senator and the prosecution have not made public comments about the court’s decision. The public and civil society groups will be closely following the case when it resumes in 2026, as it may have important implications for how Nigeria handles cybercrime cases involving public officials.
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