Atiku to Tinubu, Senate: Investigate Natasha’s allegations against Akpabio

Atiku to Tinubu, Senate: Investigate Natasha’s allegations against Akpabio

Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has called on President Bola
Tinubu and the Senate to take seriously the allegations of sexual harassment,
intimidation, and mistreatment leveled against Senate President Godswill
Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central).

 

In a statement on Friday, Atiku expressed deep concern,
stating that such allegations are grave and should not be dismissed without a
thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation.

 

“The Nigerian Senate represents the voice of the people.
Those who serve in it—especially its leadership—must uphold the highest
standards of integrity, dignity, and respect for the offices they hold and for
the citizens they serve,” he said.

 

He emphasized that as the third most powerful figure in the
country, the Senate President should embody unimpeachable character, adding
that sexual harassment in the workplace is a major barrier to women’s
advancement and, by extension, national progress.

 

“At a time when only four women serve in the Senate, it is
imperative to foster an environment where female legislators can work without
fear of harassment or intimidation,” Atiku stated.

 

He urged President Tinubu and the Senate leadership to
ensure a credible and independent investigation, stressing that the outcome of
this matter will send a strong message about Nigeria’s commitment to justice,
accountability, and gender inclusion in governance.

 

“This moment demands careful and principled action to uphold
the integrity of our institutions and ensure that every Nigerian, regardless of
gender, is treated with dignity and respect,” he added.

 

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan had earlier alleged that she
faced harassment and intimidation in the Senate after rejecting Senate
President Akpabio’s advances. The allegations have since sparked widespread
reactions, with calls for a formal investigation.

Source: Atiku to Tinubu, Senate: Investigate Natasha’s allegations against Akpabio

 - NigerianEye

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