High Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan, husband of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has publicly supported his wife amid her allegations of sexual harassment against Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement released on Saturday, March 1, 2025, Uduaghan confirmed that Akpabio made unwanted sexual advances toward Natasha, prompting him to intervene personally. The traditional leader expressed dismay that, despite a supposed resolution, the harassment persisted, escalating tensions now under public scrutiny.
Uduaghan revealed that his wife confided in him about her troubling encounters with Akpabio, whom he once regarded as a family friend. Approaching the matter with maturity, he met Akpabio to demand respect for Natasha, leveraging their friendship and his role as a traditional leader committed to peace and family values. “We reached an understanding and agreed to resolve the issue amicably,” Uduaghan stated. However, he noted with concern that Natasha continued to face harassment, undermining their agreement and testing his trust in the Senate President.
The statement underscores Uduaghan’s steadfast support for his wife, emphasizing their marriage’s foundation of love, compassion, and mutual respect. “I have unwavering faith in my wife’s loyalty… she is the greatest joy of my life,” he declared, rejecting any notion of discord between them. He called on the Senate and Akpabio to treat Natasha with the dignity she deserves, urging relevant authorities and the courts to address the underlying issues as the controversy unfolds.
This development follows Senator Natasha’s explosive interview on Arise Television on Friday, February 28, 2025, where she accused Akpabio of sexual harassment, sparking widespread debate. Her husband’s corroboration lends weight to her claims, painting a distressing picture of alleged misconduct at the highest levels of Nigerian leadership. The Senate President has yet to respond publicly to these latest statements, but the allegations threaten to strain political relationships and raise questions about accountability within the Senate.
As this saga gains traction, it highlights broader issues of gender dynamics and power in Nigeria’s political sphere. Uduaghan’s plea for justice and respect for his wife could amplify calls for transparency and reform, placing pressure on the Senate to address not just this case, but the treatment of women in governance. For now, the nation watches as the courts and public opinion weigh in on this deeply personal and political firestorm.
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