Senator Natasha’s pro-Tinubu TikTok video sparks defection rumour

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stirred fresh political debate over the weekend after sharing a brief TikTok video that many observers believe may hint at a possible shift in her political allegiance.

In the 15-second clip posted on her verified TikTok account, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) senator is seen smiling and nodding along to a song composed by Kano-based singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara.

The song, titled “Asiwaju Omo Ologo” and sung in Yoruba, was performed for President Bola Tinubu during a dinner in Katsina, held as part of the president’s official visit. The phrase translates to “Asiwaju the glorious child.”

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The senator’s light-hearted moment has led to speculation among her followers and political watchers about a potential defection from the opposition PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress.

Despite the online buzz, there has been no confirmation or denial from Akpoti-Uduaghan. Repeated efforts by this paper to obtain her comment proved unsuccessful. Her media aide, Israel Arogbonlo, was also unreachable for clarification.

It remains uncertain whether the senator’s post was a subtle endorsement of President Tinubu, an intentional provocation, or a satirical jab at the APC-led administration.

Akpoti-Uduaghan has been suspended from the National Assembly since March 6, following a dispute over changes to the Senate’s seating plan, which she claimed were meant to sideline her. The situation escalated after she publicly accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of retaliating against her for allegedly refusing his sexual advances.

During a session at the Inter-Parliamentary Union gathering at the United Nations in New York, the senator called for international scrutiny of the Nigerian Senate’s actions, citing what she described as excessive punitive measures — including her suspension, a cut in her salary, and the withdrawal of security.

Following the legal proceedings that ensued, a court ordered both parties to refrain from making public statements about the matter until the case concludes.

Nonetheless, just two days after Akpabio led a federal delegation to the Vatican, Akpoti-Uduaghan posted a tongue-in-cheek “Apology Letter” directed at the Senate President’s office.