Bukola Saraki comments on the dispute between Senate President Akpabio and Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, following sexual harassment allegations. Saraki calls for a transparent investigation to maintain the Senate's integrity. He urges all parties to respect due process and ensure the truth is uncovered without tarnishing the institution's reputation.
The ongoing dispute between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has taken a new turn following Akpoti-Uduaghan's allegations of sexual harassment. Akpoti-Uduaghan claims that Akpabio after she rejected his sexual advances, withheld support for her motion on the Ajaokuta Steel Complex, an issue she holds dear. This has led to Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, and the matter is now under investigation by the Senate Ethics Committee.
In defense of her husband, Akpabio’s wife dismissed the allegations, describing her husband as a disciplined man, hinting at possible legal action against Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpoti-Uduaghan, through her lawyer, responded by urging the Senate President’s wife to stay out of the dispute, asserting that she possesses concrete evidence to support her claims.
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has now weighed in on the controversy, expressing his concern over the negative impact this dispute is having on the integrity and public perception of the Senate. While Saraki did not take sides, he called for a transparent and open investigation to protect the Senate's reputation. Saraki emphasized that due process must be followed, and any wrongdoing should be addressed. He underscored the importance of ensuring the Senate remains an institution that upholds respect, discipline, and integrity.
