CALL FOR ACCOUNTABILITY: CNPP DEMANDS AKPABIO’S TEMPORARY REMOVAL

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A bombshell has dropped in the Nigerian Senate, with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. The allegations have sparked widespread outrage, with the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) calling for Akpabio’s temporary removal to allow for an independent investigation.
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AKPABIO ACCUSED OF UNWANTED ADVANCES

According to Akpoti-Uduaghan, Akpabio made multiple unwanted advances towards her, including in the presence of her husband. The senator claims that she’s been victimized in the Senate for rejecting Akpabio’s advances.
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CNP DEMANDS TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY

The CNPP is demanding that Akpabio step down temporarily to allow for a transparent and unbiased investigation. The group emphasizes that public officeholders must uphold the highest ethical standards and that these allegations could undermine public confidence in Nigeria’s legislative body.
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A CALL FOR JUSTICE

The CNPP is urging the Senate Ethics and Privileges Committee to collaborate with external bodies, like civil society organizations and legal experts, to ensure a fair and transparent process. The group is also calling on relevant authorities, including the Nigerian police and National Human Rights Commission, to ensure Akpoti-Uduaghan’s safety while ensuring a fair and transparent process.
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TIME FOR ACCOUNTABILITY

The CNPP’s call for Akpabio’s temporary removal is a bold step towards ensuring accountability in Nigeria’s highest legislative body. Will the Senate heed the call, or will they sweep these allegations under the rug? Only time will tell.