In the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/195/2025, the prosecution accused Akpoti-Uduaghan of transmitting false and injurious information via electronic means, contrary to the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024.
She was alleged to have, during a public gathering in Ihima, Kogi State, on April 4, accused the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of instructing former Governor Yahaya Bello to have her killed.
The prosecution also claimed she repeated the allegations during a television interview, saying both men conspired to eliminate her for political reasons.
According to the charge sheet, the statements were intended to “malign, incite, endanger lives, and breach public peace.”
Justice Umar is expected to rule on the defence’s preliminary objection before trial proceedings can commence.
The matter will now resume on November 24, when both parties are expected to make further submissions before the court.
