Justice Binta Nyako, the Media Are Twisting, the Senate Is Playing Games, and the Public Thinks You’re Hiding—Madam, Say It Again in Writing -By John Egbeazien Oshodi

Justice Nyako, Write It Again—The Senate Is Mocking the Court, the Media Is Twisting Your Words, and It’s Natasha vs the Senate: She Must Return and Be Let In by the Next Legislative Sitting1. Say It in Writing—No More Delay, No More Debate

Justice Binta Nyako, you gave a ruling that was clear: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension was unconstitutional, excessive, and a violation of her constituents’ right to representation. But now, as the Senate spins your words and the media clouds the air, Nigeria is losing clarity.

Madam, this is the moment to close the door on manipulation. Call your registrar. Issue it in writing: “She must return by the next day.”

This is not about new judgment—it’s about reaffirming what you already said, so that even the most dishonest actor cannot twist it. Let your pen be mightier than their spin. Do not let the truth hang in oral memory. Cement it. Publish it. Serve it.

And to the media: stop giving both sides airtime when only one side is lying. You heard the ruling. You reported it. Now tell the public clearly: the court nullified the suspension. Stop helping the Senate rewrite the truth. Misleading headlines and false equivalence are enabling constitutional erosion.

The Contempt Order Is Separate—Stop the Merging Game

Let us speak like a senior teacher silencing misbehaving students:

The contempt ruling and the suspension judgment are completely separate. Senator Natasha was found liable for contempt over a social media post. That earned her a ₦5 million fine and a seven-day apology order.

But none of that touches your main ruling: her suspension was illegal, unconstitutional, and must be lifted.

The apology has nothing to do with her return. The fine has no bearing on her reinstatement. The Senate must stop using one to escape the other. And Madam, the best way to stop them is to put it again in writing—bold, unmistakable, and binding.

And to the media: you must stop the blending of rulings. Split them. Explain them. Stop being megaphones for confusion and legislative manipulation.

What Do You Have to Lose? You Are Beyond Their Reach

Justice Nyako, what can they do to you now?

You’ve been on the bench since 2000. You were once the  President of the International Association of Women Judges. You are a towering figure in Nigerian jurisprudence. You have faced governments, endured transitions, and built a record of strength.

So again: what do you have to lose?

Say it for history. Say it for the Constitution. Say it because no judge, male or female, should ever be pressured into silence by political bullies. This is your time to finish what you began.

And let the media not cower either. You know the truth. Report it. Loudly. Relentlessly. Because silence helps only the manipulators. Media distortion is no longer neutral—it is betrayal.

Tell the Senate and the Media: Block Her and Face Contempt Charges

If the Senate delays again—if they stall, evade, or physically block Senator Natasha from returning—then you, Justice Nyako, must make it clear:

The Senate President and its leadership will be held in contempt. They are not immune. They can be arrested. They can be charged.

This is not just a power struggle. This is about the rule of law in daylight. You already ruled. Now make sure the ruling is enforced.

And to the media: if they block her, your headline should not be “Tensions Rise at Senate.” It should be “Senate Defies Court—Faces Arrest.” Tell it like it is. Tell it in the interest of truth.

This is how constitutional courts reclaim their dignity.

Let the Final Word Be Yours

Let her in. Dressed in white. Sitting at her rightful desk. Her salary restored. Her security returned. Her voice unmuted.

And let it be known: the sexual harassment case is not dropped. It must not be dropped. In a Senate with 104 men and only 4 women, this is not just about one woman—it is about every woman.

So let your legacy be final:

She must return by the next day.

And any obstruction will be punished by law.

Justice Nyako—say it again.

Say it in writing.

Say it for the nation.

Say it for the law.

Say it so the media can no longer twist it.

This commentary is written without allegiance or familiarity to any of the parties involved—only in service to the principles of justice, democratic integrity, and moral truth.

Psychologist John Egbeazien Oshodi

Professor John Egbeazien Oshodi is a U.S.-based psychologist, educator, and author with deep expertise in forensic, legal, and clinical psychology, cross-cultural psychology, and police and prison science. Born in Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria, and the son of a 37-year veteran of the Nigeria Police Force, his early immersion in law enforcement laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to justice, institutional transformation, and psychological empowerment.

In 2011, he introduced state-of-the-art forensic psychology to Nigeria through the National Universities Commission and Nasarawa State University, where he served as Associate Professor of Psychology. Over the decades, he has taught at Florida Memorial University, Florida International University, Broward College (as Assistant Professor and Interim Associate Dean), Nova Southeastern University, and Lynn University. He currently teaches at Walden University and holds virtual academic roles with Weldios University and ISCOM University.

In the U.S., Prof. Oshodi serves as a government consultant in forensic-clinical psychology and leads professional and research initiatives through the Oshodi Foundation, the Center for Psychological and Forensic Services. He is the originator of Psychoafricalysis, a culturally anchored psychological model that integrates African sociocultural realities, historical memory, and symbolic-spiritual consciousness—offering a transformative alternative to dominant Western psychological paradigms.

A proud Black Republican, Professor Oshodi is a strong advocate for ethical leadership, institutional accountability, and renewed bonds between Africa and its global diaspora—working across borders to inspire psychological resilience, systemic reform, and forward-looking public dialogue.