ACF Demands Transparent Probe into Akpabio’s Sexual Harassment Allegation

By Babagana Jidda

Kanempress

March 3, 2025

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has issued a strong call for a thorough and transparent investigation into the serious allegations of sexual harassment made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. In a statement released by the forum’s National Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the ACF expressed grave concern over the controversy that has erupted within the 10th Senate of Nigeria’s National Assembly.

The ACF highlighted that the allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation raised by Senator Natasha have created a media storm and have become a central point of discussion in political and public discourse. The forum underscored that such allegations, if proven true, would tarnish the reputation of the Senate and damage its public image both locally and internationally. The ACF also noted that the ongoing controversy could detract from the ability of the people of Kogi Central, whom Senator Natasha represents, to receive effective representation in the Senate while the matter persists.

In its statement, the ACF called for an independent, transparent investigation that is free from external influence, bias, or interference. The forum emphasized that the investigation should be conducted thoroughly to ensure that justice is served without fear or favoritism. The ACF, alongside other concerned Nigerians, expressed hope that the saga would be resolved quickly to avoid further harm to the credibility of the Senate and to ensure that the interests of the Nigerian people are adequately protected.