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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Husband Speaks on Alleged Sexual Harassment Against Senate President Akpabio
Emmanuel Uduaghan, the Alema of Warri Kingdom and husband of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has addressed his wife’s sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
Uduaghan revealed that his wife kept him informed about the situation and that he had approached Akpabio respectfully, urging him to treat her with the respect she deserves.
According to Uduaghan, they initially agreed to resolve the matter amicably as a family issue.
However, despite his intervention, Senator Natasha has continued to express concerns about the level of harassment she allegedly faced from the Senate President.
Uduaghan described his wife as truthful, loyal, and family-oriented, emphasizing that he handled the matter with maturity and responsibility as a traditional leader.
In a statement, Uduaghan said, “My wife confided in me about her interactions with the Senate President, whom I considered a family friend. I approached the matter with the utmost maturity and responsibility, as it is my duty as a traditional leader to uphold family values and foster peace. I met with the Senate President and respectfully urged him to extend the courtesy and respect my wife deserves.
“We reached an understanding to resolve the issue amicably, but my wife continues to express concerns about the harassment she has endured.”
Senator Natasha had earlier accused Akpabio of sexual harassment during a television interview on February 28, alleging that her refusal of his advances led to her challenges in the Senate.
She claimed that Akpabio once told her to provide him with “enjoyment” in exchange for the passage of her bill.
Natasha also accused the Senate leadership of silencing her following a confrontation with Akpabio during a plenary session.
The matter escalated when Natasha was referred to the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions for disciplinary action.
The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun of the Labour Party, was given a two-week ultimatum to investigate and report back on the allegations.
The referral followed a voice vote by lawmakers after the issue sparked controversy in the Senate.
Additionally, Senator Natasha has filed a N100.3 billion fundamental human rights suit against the Senate President, further intensifying the legal and political battle surrounding the allegations.
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