In a recent legal letter, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has warned Unoma Akpabio, the wife of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to refrain from interfering in her allegations against her husband concerning sexual harassment and intimidation.
The disagreement between Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senator Akpabio started when she declined to take a new seat during a Senate session, citing parliamentary rules. This dispute intensified after Akpoti-Uduaghan accused the Senate President on Arise News of blocking her motions, damaging her reputation, and harassing her following her rejection of his advances.
In response, Mrs. Akpabio held a press conference in Abuja where she rejected these claims, stating that their families have had a friendly relationship for many years, even before Akpoti-Uduaghan’s marriage. She characterized the accusations as unfounded.
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On March 1, 2025, Akpoti-Uduaghan sent a letter to Mrs. Akpabio via her lawyer, Victor Giwa. In the letter, which was titled “Stay Away from Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sexual Harassment and Intimidation Allegation Against Sen. President Godswill Akpabio; To Safeguard Your Sanity and That of Your Family,” she urged Mrs. Akpabio to avoid involvement in the personal issues surrounding the allegations.
The letter stated that the accusations are personal and must be addressed by the Senate President himself. Akpoti-Uduaghan expressed that she has endured harassment from the Senate President and felt compelled to speak out about her experiences in the Senate.
She reiterated her position, asserting that she possesses strong evidence to support her claims. The letter concluded with a suggestion for Mrs. Akpabio to allow her husband to address the allegations directly to protect her family’s peace.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan affirmed her commitment to advocating for Nigerian women and preserving family values, emphasizing her dedication to shared heritage and principles.
