Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a sexual harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The submission follows her previous public allegations and has sparked protests and political debates. While Akpabio denies wrongdoing, calls for an investigation intensify. The Senate’s response to the case remains highly anticipated.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has officially presented a petition to the Senate, accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. The submission, made during Wednesday’s plenary, follows her earlier public allegations aired during a televised interview.
Citing Order 40 of the Senate Rules, Akpoti-Uduaghan formally lodged her complaint, emphasizing the need for legislative attention to her claims. In response, Akpabio acknowledged the petition and allowed the process to proceed without further remarks.
The petition submission came amid heightened tensions at the National Assembly, where opposing demonstrations unfolded. Supporters of Akpoti-Uduaghan called for Akpabio’s resignation, while his allies dismissed the allegations as politically motivated.
This development has sparked intense debate, with lawmakers, legal experts, and civil rights groups weighing in on the implications of the allegations. While some have demanded a thorough investigation, others argue that the claims must be substantiated before any action is taken.
Akpabio, who has yet to make a detailed statement on the petition, has previously denied any wrongdoing, insisting he has never engaged in inappropriate conduct. The unfolding case is expected to test the Senate’s approach to handling harassment allegations within Nigeria’s political landscape.
Further reactions and developments are anticipated as the Senate deliberates on the next steps.
