Senate President Akpabio Faces Allegations, Committee Plans Indefinite Suspension for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan

Senate President Godswill Akpabio is facing allegations of sexual harassment from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, leading to calls for him to step aside during an investigation. Following a recent vote of confidence in Akpabio, critics, including former senator Nicholas Tofowomo, argue that he should not preside over his own case. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for six months, an action criticized by Tofowomo as unjust given the serious nature of her allegations. The Senate's Ethics Committee is expected to investigate the matter, with sources indicating a plan to clear Akpabio while potentially suspending Akpoti-Uduaghan indefinitely. Critics point out that passing multiple votes of confidence in such a short time suggests ongoing turmoil within the Senate. Proponents of Akpabio maintain that the investigation will be conducted fairly as they emphasize adherence to Senate rules and procedures.