Akpabio, right, smd Natasha
Senate Passes Vote of Confidence on Akpabio Amid Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sexual Harassment Allegation
The Nigerian Senate has unanimously passed a vote of confidence in its President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, following allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
The decision comes days after Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) addressed the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in New York, claiming she was suspended for raising the allegations against Akpabio. The Senate, however, has urged Nigerians not to be distracted by the accusations, noting that the matter is already before the courts.
Citing Order 40 of its standing rules, the Senate emphasized that it cannot interfere in issues under judicial consideration. The vote of confidence in Akpabio was passed during a plenary session chaired by Deputy Senate President Senator Jubrin Barau. The motion was moved by Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central) and seconded by Deputy Minority Leader Senator Olalere Oyewumi (Osun West).
Senator Barau stated that the Senate would not be swayed by unfounded allegations and would instead focus on implementing the budget for the benefit of Nigerians. The Senate’s decision underscores its support for Akpabio amid the ongoing controversy.
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