Nigeria news has highlighted a tension-filled exchange involving Senator Godswill Akpabio and Natasha Akpoti, climaxing at a recent United Nations meeting in New York. Akpabio criticised Akpoti, a Kogi senator, for allegedly misrepresenting the Senate by presenting her sexual harassment allegations against him with distorted facts, thus embarrassing Nigeria on the international stage.
During the Senate plenary in Abuja, Akpabio elucidated that Akpoti bypassed due process by not allowing a thorough Senate examination, choosing litigation and international exposure instead. He opined that such actions could deter the inclusion of women in politics, although Hon Kafilat’s clarification to the media was acknowledged. The unfolding drama continues to captivate Abuja news circuits.
Key takeaways:
- Akpabio accused Akpoti of misrepresenting facts at the UN, alleging these acts embarrass the Senate.
- Akpoti took her case to court and the international community before a complete Senate review.
- Akpabio suggests these actions might impact women’s appointments in politics adversely.
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