Senate President Godswill Akpabio has strongly denied allegations of sexual harassment made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Speaking at the resumption of plenary on Wednesday, Akpabio dismissed the claims, stating, “At no time did I ever harass any woman.
I was raised very well by my late single mother, and I have always upheld respect for women. I was even awarded the most gender-friendly governor in Nigeria.”
Natasha’s Petition Moves to Senate Ethics Committee
Despite Akpabio’s denial, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan formally presented her petition under Senate Order 40, accusing the Senate President of sexual harassment and abuse of office.
She requested permission to step forward and officially lay the petition before the chamber.
In response, the Senate referred the matter to the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct for a thorough review.
The committee has been tasked with investigating the allegations as soon as possible.
Tensions Rise Amid Public Protests
The case has triggered widespread reactions, with protests erupting in Abuja demanding Akpabio’s resignation.
The political climate remains tense as Nigerians await further developments on the Senate’s next course of action.
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