Senate President Godswill Akpabio has broken his silence on the sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Speaking during Wednesday’s plenary session, Akpabio vehemently denied the allegations, stating that he has never sexually harassed any woman.
Akpabio traced his upbringing, saying he and his siblings were raised by their late single mother, who instilled in them the importance of respecting women.
He also mentioned that he has four daughters and has always treated women with dignity.
The senate president expressed gratitude to his colleagues and Nigerians for their support and solidarity.
He urged the public to await the court’s decision on the matter, cautioning against jumping to conclusions based on mere allegations.
His words, “At no time did I ever attempt any sexual harassment on the said distinguished senator Akpoti-Uduaghan or any other woman for that matter,” Akpabio said.
“I and my siblings were raised very well by my late single mother, who died in 2000, through very difficult times. And I therefore have the highest regard for women.
“I also have four beautiful daughters. At no time would I ever harass any woman and I have never done so.
“Even as a state governor, I won several awards, including the most gender-friendly governor in Nigeria.”
“I urge all Nigerians, particularly the media, and members of the social media, to await the court’s decision. The Almighty God will step in to vindicate the just.”
