The Nigerian Senate has thrown its full support behind Senate President Godswill Akpabio, passing a unanimous vote of confidence in his leadership.
This show of solidarity comes just 48 hours after suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) addressed the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in New York, alleging that her suspension was linked to accusations of sexual harassment against Akpabio.
In response, the Senate dismissed the claims as a distraction, reminding Nigerians that the matter is already before the court. Citing Order 40 of its standing rules, the upper legislative chamber emphasized that it cannot interfere in an issue under judicial consideration.
The motion to reaffirm confidence in Akpabio was moved by Senate Leader Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central) and seconded by Deputy Minority Leader Olalere Oyewumi (Osun West) during Thursday’s plenary session.
With this resounding vote of confidence, the Senate has made its stance clear amid ongoing political tensions.
