Senator Seriake Dickson, the Senator representing Bayelsa West has supported the resumption of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) to the Senate after a court gave a judgement that nullified her six (6) month suspension by the senate.
Senator Dickson who addressed journalist on Saturday in Abuja noted that he was never in support of prolonged suspensions of lawmakers, stressing that such actions run avow to constitutional principles and legislative ethics.
Dickson said, “I sympathise with Natasha. I have never been in support of any parliamentary body suspending members for long periods.
“The Senate leadership and my colleagues know my position on this, anchored on the law, the constitution, and my conviction.
“Senators are here to agree and disagree in the national interest. So, we have to tolerate and respect one another, even when we differ in opinion.”
Dickson emphasised the need for Akpoti-Uduaghan to resume her duties without further delay, insisting that her voice and representation are vital to the legislative process.
“I was not present when her suspension was announced, but that is not my concern. My interest is that she resumes her seat and continues to perform her constitutional responsibilities.
“I understand the court has already made a decision on the matter,” he added.
