Former Education Minister Obiageli Ezekwesili demanded Senate President Godswill Akpabio stop using government agencies to protect himself from harassment accusations. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed Akpabio made unwanted advances during a December 2023 visit to his Uyo home. The Kogi Central Senator said the incident happened when she and her husband visited the Senate leader. Ezekwesili accused Akpabio of refusing independent investigation into the harassment claims. She wants him to face proper scrutiny instead of hiding behind official powers.
Akpoti-Uduaghan detailed how Akpabio allegedly held her hand and led her around his house before making inappropriate moves. The harassment reportedly occurred even when her husband remained present during their meeting. Ezekwesili criticized Akpabio for dragging the Nigerian government into his personal legal troubles. She believes he suspended his accuser using Senate rules unfairly. The former minister called his actions desperate attempts to avoid transparent investigation processes.
Ezekwesili listed specific demands for resolving the controversy that has damaged Senate reputation. She wants Akpabio to encourage withdrawal of criminal charges filed against his accuser. The former minister urged him to step aside temporarily for independent committee hearings. She asked Senate colleagues to speak openly about the matter without fear. Ezekwesili warned that every choice carries consequences and urged Akpabio to choose wisely.
Akpoti-Uduaghan detailed how Akpabio allegedly held her hand and led her around his house before making inappropriate moves. The harassment reportedly occurred even when her husband remained present during their meeting. Ezekwesili criticized Akpabio for dragging the Nigerian government into his personal legal troubles. She believes he suspended his accuser using Senate rules unfairly. The former minister called his actions desperate attempts to avoid transparent investigation processes.
Ezekwesili listed specific demands for resolving the controversy that has damaged Senate reputation. She wants Akpabio to encourage withdrawal of criminal charges filed against his accuser. The former minister urged him to step aside temporarily for independent committee hearings. She asked Senate colleagues to speak openly about the matter without fear. Ezekwesili warned that every choice carries consequences and urged Akpabio to choose wisely.
