15 h. ago Southern youth group reject “northern plot” against Akpabio over sexual harassment claims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Amalgamated Southern Nigeria Youths Forum has dismissed attempts by some northern groups, including the Arewa Youth Assembly For Good Leadership (AYAGL), to remove Senate President Godswill Akpabio over sexual harassment allegations made by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as ‘dead on arrival’. The forum views these efforts as a failed plot orchestrated by […] The post Southern youth group reject “northern plot” against Akpabio over sexual harassment claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Natasha: Women Group Supports Akpabio, Takes Protests To UN House

The Women for Change Vanguard has announced a planned peaceful protest at the UN House in Abuja on Friday, urging Nigerian women to gather and demand evidence from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan regarding her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement by its spokesperson, Arc (Mrs) Margaret Adesuwa Ehilebo, the group […]

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19 h. ago “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU

Nigerian Senate has denied allegations claiming that the six-month suspension to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was connected to sexual harassment claim against Senate President Godswil Akpabio. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Senate on Wednesday, was responding to Senator Natasha’s statements at the Inter-Parliamentary Union on Tuesday. Recall that the Kogi lawmaker had taken her case before […] The post “We Suspended Senator Natasha Over Gross Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio” – Senate Tells IPU appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU

Tribune Online VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU The Nigerian Senate has clarified to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) that the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was due to gross misconduct and unruly behaviour, not as a result of allegations of sexual harassment as she had claimed. VIDEO: Natasha suspended for gross misconduct, unruly behaviour — Senate replies IPU Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Senate passes vote of confidence in Akpabio amid Natasha controversy

On Thursday, the Red Chamber passed a vote of confidence in the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, amid the controversy trailing sexual harassment allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The vote of confidence in Akpabio’s leadership was passed after Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, moved a motion on the recent controversy surrounding the upper chamber under […] The post Senate passes vote of confidence in Akpabio amid Natasha controversy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Why Senator Natasha Was Suspended, Nigerian Senate Replies IPU

The Nigerian Senate has explained to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, was suspended due to gross misconduct rather than any allegations of sexual harassment. The chairperson of the House of Representatives Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, who spoke before the IPU on Wednesday, […]

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26 h. ago Natasha suspended for misconduct, not harassment claim, Senate replies IPU

The Nigerian Senate has defended its decision to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan before the Inter-Parliamentary Union, stating that her suspension was not related to allegations of sexual harassment but due to gross misconduct. Speaking before the IPU on Wednesday, the Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, Kafilat Ogbara, dismissed claims Read More

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39 h. ago “Reporting Senate To United Nations Was A Wrong Move” – VeryDarkMan To Natasha Akpoti

Social media critic Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has added his voice to the ongoing reactions from Nigerians regarding the viral video of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the United Nations in New York. Natasha has been making waves on social media after she took her dispute with the Nigerian Senate and Senate […] The post “Reporting Senate To United Nations Was A Wrong Move” – VeryDarkMan To Natasha Akpoti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago We’ll Take Actions After Listening To Both Sides, IPU Assures Natasha

The President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Tulia Ackson has assured suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan that necessary steps will be taken after considering both sides on the issue surrounding her suspension. LEADERSHIP reports that Senator Natasha appealed to the IPU and the United Nations (UN) for intervention in what she described as […]

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47 h. ago Harassment saga: We’ll take action after hearing from Akpabio — IPU tells Natasha

Tribune Online Harassment saga: We’ll take action after hearing from Akpabio — IPU tells Natasha Tribune Online reports that Senator Natasha had earlier appealed to the IPU and the United Nations to intervene in what she described as a case of political victimisation. Harassment saga: We’ll take action after hearing from Akpabio — IPU tells Natasha Tribune Online

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60 h. ago VIDEO: Suspended Natasha takes fight against Akpabio to UN, alleges harassment, injustice

Suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, has taken her battle against Senate President Godswill Akpabio to the international stage. Speaking at the Women in Parliament session during the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) meeting at the United Nations in New York which started trending on Tuesday, she called for justice and intervention from global democratic institutions. Read More

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3 d. ago “Stop Cheap Politics, Be Transparent” – Saraki Tells Akpabio Over Natasha’s Sexual Harassment Allegations 

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has called for a transparent investigation into an ongoing dispute between Senator Godswill Akpabio and his colleague, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Reacting to a development, calling for a transparent and open process to investigate allegations levelled against Senator Akpabio, which the Lawmaker saw as an attempt to remove a Niger Delta person […] The post “Stop Cheap Politics, Be Transparent” – Saraki Tells Akpabio Over Natasha’s Sexual Harassment Allegations  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Natasha’s Beauty A Liability – Ogunlewe Comments On Sexual Harassment Allegation Agaisnt Akpabio

Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, a former Minister of Works, has sparked controversy with his comments on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s beauty. According to Ogunlewe, Natasha’s stunning looks pose a problem for her in politics, as men find it hard to ignore her presence. This statement has raised eyebrows, with many questioning the relevance of physical appearance in […] The post Natasha’s Beauty A Liability – Ogunlewe Comments On Sexual Harassment Allegation Agaisnt Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ezekwesili demands Akpabio’s removal over Natasha’s suspension

Tribune Online Ezekwesili demands Akpabio’s removal over Natasha’s suspension Former Minister of Education and prominent activist, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has called on the Nigerian Senate to reverse the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and to investigate allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Ezekwesili demands Akpabio’s removal over Natasha’s suspension Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Natasha’s attitude endangering women inclusion, participation – Ogah

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The member representing Ikwo/Ezza South federal constituency, Ebonyi State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Chinedu Ogah has advised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to exercise restraint in the way she is going about her alleged sexual harassment allegation against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Ogah said Natasha’s attitude was capable of affecting […] The post Natasha’s attitude endangering women inclusion, participation – Ogah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2Baba ready to write different love story with Natasha —Source

Tribune Online 2Baba ready to write different love story with Natasha —Source It appears that love has taken a new course in the life of legendary singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, as he prepares to walk down the aisle with his new fiancée, Natasha Osawaru Igbinedion. Despite the history and deep connection he once shared with his wife, actress Annie Idibia, the singer seems ready […] 2Baba ready to write different love story with Natasha —Source Tribune Online

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5 d. ago “Natasha’s Sexual Harassment Allegations Traumatized Me” – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied allegations of sexual harassment made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpabio claimed that Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations traumatized him and others. Senator Natasha was suspended for six months, sparking widespread criticism. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi cautioned against making the political atmosphere toxic for women. […] The post “Natasha’s Sexual Harassment Allegations Traumatized Me” – Akpabio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Akpabio speaks on sexual harassment allegations after Natasha’s suspension

Tribune Online Akpabio speaks on sexual harassment allegations after Natasha’s suspension Akpabio, however, explained that changes in seating arrangements and committee assignments are regular activities in the Nigerian Senate, adding that his fellow lawmakers could attest to it. Akpabio speaks on sexual harassment allegations after Natasha’s suspension Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Natasha traumatised me, Senate with sexual harassment allegation — Akpabio

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio on Saturday said the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was suspended by the Senate for six months, traumatised him and others. Akpabio had come under heavy criticism following the sanction handed out to the lawmaker. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Read More

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5 d. ago Natasha suspended for misconduct, not sexual assault allegation — Senate leader

The Senate Leader, Bamidele Opeyemi, has clarified that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for gross misconduct, not because of a sexual harassment allegation she made against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Opeyemi made the disclosure in a statement that was made available to PUNCH Online on Saturday. The lawmaker representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District said false Read More

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