“Let Your Husband Defend Himself, I’ve Evidence” – Natasha Akpoti Replies Akpabio’s Wife

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged Unoma Akpabio, wife of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to stay out of the ongoing allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation against her husband.

The issue has gained national attention, escalating after Natasha Akpoti refused to sit in a designated seat during a Senate session, citing procedural rules.

The situation worsened when she appeared on Arise News, accusing Akpabio of blocking her legislative motions, tarnishing her reputation, and pressuring her after she allegedly turned down his advances.

In response, Mrs. Akpabio held a press conference in Abuja, describing the allegations against her husband as false.

She emphasized that their families had a long-standing relationship that existed before Akpoti-Uduaghan’s marriage.

However, in a letter dated March 1, 2025, Natasha, through her lawyer, Victor Giwa, advised Mrs. Akpabio to refrain from getting involved.

The letter is 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.”

Natasha Akpoti, who is representing Kogi Central, stressed that the accusations were personal and should be addressed solely by the Senate President.

The Kogi lawmaker stated that she had tolerated harassment from Akpabio for too long and was now compelled to speak out.

The letter read in part, “Our Client is not desirous of calling you out into the unfortunate saga concerning her allegations against the Senate President, and wishes that you restrain yourself from delving into the obscene circumstances.

“While she has tolerated all the harassment from the Senate President, she was constrained to reveal the unfortunate torture and victimization which she has been going through in the red chambers under the hand of the Senate President.”

She also claimed to have solid evidence to support her allegations and urged Mrs. Akpabio to let her husband handle the matter himself.

“Our client has concrete evidence to substantiate her allegations. We will suggest that you leave the defense of the allegations for the Senate President to maintain your sanity and that of your family,” the letter added.

The senator reaffirmed her dedication to advocating for women’s rights and upholding family values, emphasizing her commitment to justice.

“Our client remains resolute in the defense of Nigerian women and as a family woman, she will continue to maintain our common heritage and family values,” she stated.

KanyiDaily you that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan had filed N100.3 billion lawsuit against Godswill Akpabio, accusing him of defamation.