Nigeria, Jan. 15 -- The Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu has withdrawn the criminal defamation suit filed against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, bringing an end to the controversial case that sparked nationwide debate over free speech and political accountability.

The suit, instituted by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) against the senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, was formally struck out on Thursday, January 15, 2026, following the filing of a Notice of Discontinuance by the prosecution.

The notice, dated December 12, 2025, led the court to terminate proceedings in suit number FHC/ABJ/CR/195/2025, which bordered on criminal...