Former Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has come to the defense of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, rejecting claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that Akpabio is corrupt.
During a recent interview with Arise News, Atiku criticized Akpabio’s leadership and alleged past corruption as Akwa Ibom State governor.
However, Murray-Bruce, a former senator from Bayelsa East and founder of Silverbird Group, responded via Facebook, insisting that Akpabio has been thoroughly investigated and remains “clean as a whistle.”
Murray-Bruce Backs Akpabio’s Leadership
Murray-Bruce described Akpabio as a man of integrity, emphasizing his role in stabilizing the National Assembly. He warned against undermining the Legislature due to political differences.
“I know Senator Godswill Akpabio personally. He has been investigated by independent agencies, and he has emerged clean. Nigeria needs stability, not baseless accusations,” he stated.
He also expressed his commitment to defending national institutions and standing by Akpabio amid political attacks.
Political Tensions Rise
The exchange between Atiku and Akpabio’s supporters comes amid growing political tensions, especially following the National Assembly’s approval of the state of emergency in Rivers State.
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