By Hagxy Don
The brewing conflict between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has taken a dramatic turn, as her husband, Emmanuel Uduaghan, the Alema of Warri Kingdom, publicly demanded that Akpabio show his wife the respect she deserves.
In a statement released on Saturday, Uduaghan expressed disappointment over what he described as persistent harassment of his wife by the Senate President. He disclosed that he had initially remained silent, believing the matter could be resolved amicably, but recent developments compelled him to speak out.
“My wife has confided in me about her interactions with the Senate President, whom I once considered a family friend. I approached the matter with maturity and responsibility, seeking to foster peace. However, despite our agreement, my wife continues to endure harassment,” Uduaghan stated.
Affirming Natasha’s integrity, he described her as a devoted wife and public servant, emphasizing that she was duly elected by her people and remains committed to her legislative duties. He called on the Senate and Akpabio to treat her with dignity, warning against attempts to undermine her.
This latest development follows Natasha’s explosive interview on Arise TV, where she accused Akpabio of sexual harassment—a claim that was swiftly dismissed by Akpabio’s wife, Ekaette, who defended her husband’s character and filed a N250 billion defamation lawsuit against Natasha. In response, Natasha challenged Akpabio’s wife to let her husband speak for himself, insisting she has evidence to back her allegations.
With tensions escalating, all eyes are now on the Senate President, the courts, and the unfolding legal battle that could shake the country’s political landscape.