Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has made a shocking accusation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, alleging sexual harassment.
In an interview on ARISE TV, Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed that Akpabio’s behavior towards her began on December 8, 2023, during a visit to his home in Akwa Ibom.
Akpoti-Uduaghan stated that Akpabio held her hands and made inappropriate comments, saying, “He wants me to come and be spending special moments in his house.” Her husband, who was present during the incident, later warned her to avoid being alone with Akpabio.
The senator further alleged that Akpabio attempted to persuade her to drop a motion investigating corrupt practices at the Ajaokuta Steel Company. During a meeting in his office, Akpabio reportedly said, “Natasha, I’m the Chief presiding officer of the Senate, you can enjoy a whole lot if you take care of me. Make me happy.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan responded, “Sir, I’ll pretend that I didn’t hear this.” Akpabio then said, “Well, the ball is in your court.” The senator described the situation as “a case of a student being punished by a lecturer for refusing to sleep with him.”
Akpabio’s media aide, Jackson Udom, did not respond to requests for comment on the allegations.
