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Who Am I To Reply Trump? Akpabio Says Senate Will Wait For Government Briefing On Genocide Claims

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged caution over U.S. President Donald Trump’s allegations of genocide against Christians in Nigeria, saying the Senate would not rush to respond until it receives an official briefing from the federal government. Speaking during Tuesday’s plenary, Akpabio disclosed that many Nigerians had been calling on him to personally react to Trump’s statement but maintained that only due process would guide the Senate’s response. “Nigerians want us to take a position. But we won’t take a position on that until we know what the government is doing about it,” Akpabio said. He added, “Who am I to reply Trump?” stressing that the Senate could only deliberate on issues that have been formally presented before it. Trump had recently declared Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern,” accusing the government of allowing the killing of Christians. His statement was followed by a post from U.S. Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, who claimed his department was “preparing for action.” Akpabio emphasized that the claims did not reflect Nigeria’s reality, insisting that the country remains united despite its internal challenges. “All we need is peace,” he said, warning against individuals who take domestic issues abroad to paint a false picture of religious conflict. Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, however, interjected, saying Nigeria must not be afraid to assert its sovereignty. “We’re not afraid. Don’t be scared. I am a Nigerian. I am a parliamentarian. Nigeria is a sovereign nation,” Barau said. Akpabio also warned against the dangers of fake news on social media and urged security agencies to closely monitor online platforms. “This is necessary so that their breaking news doesn’t break Nigeria,” he added. "I'm not scared of Trump. I can say my mind. I'm Nigerian, Nigeria is a sovereign nation. I am a parliamentarian, and he is saying lies about our country." – Deputy Senate President Sen Barau Jibrin. pic.twitter.com/7X50f1vMbu — Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) November 4, 2025

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Claims Akpabio Ordered Immigration To Confiscate Her Passport

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, has accused the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) of seizing her international passport on the alleged orders of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, effectively stopping her from leaving the country. The lawmaker made the allegation in a live video streamed on her Facebook page on Tuesday, where she appeared visibly angry while confronting immigration officers at the airport. “Have I committed any offense? Why are you withholding my passport?” she demanded, questioning the legality of the action. Natasha explained that she was traveling for a brief vacation after completing events marking her second year in office and insisted there was no court order preventing her from traveling. She also recalled a similar experience in the past, claiming that the same explanation was given to her. “The last time this happened, the officer in charge told us that Senate President Godswill Akpabio instructed them to withhold my passport and stop me from traveling because he said I damage Nigeria’s image whenever I grant interviews to international media,” she alleged. As of the time of this report, both the Nigerian Immigration Service and the office of the Senate President have yet to respond to the allegations. Sen. Godswill Akpabio and Sen. Natasha are at it again. "Have I committed any offense, why are you withholding my passport?" Sen.Nathasha pic.twitter.com/DIbWw9rjNM — Ẹniọla 🇳🇬 (@treatpworld) November 4, 2025

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Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Says Invitation to Senate President for Kogi Projects Was Procedural, Not Personal

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Says Invitation to Senate President for Kogi Projects Was Procedural, Not Personal

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has clarified that her invitation to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and fellow lawmakers for the commissioning of projects in her constituency adhered to proper Senate procedures. The invitation, extended on Thursday, comes just two months after her reinstatement from suspension and coincides with the senator’s second-year milestone in office. Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized that she submitted the invitation through the presiding officer, requesting it be formally read on the Senate floor, in line with parliamentary protocol. “Today, as is customary for announcements of this nature, I wrote a letter to the Senate through the presiding officer addressed to the Senate President for reading on the floor,” she stated. “I issued the invitation to ensure it wouldn’t seem like I was celebrating alone. I’m a progressive lawmaker, and despite ongoing court matters, I continue to fulfill my duties and follow proper procedures.” She added that her actions reflect a commitment to due process and respect for institutional norms, stressing that the project inaugurations and celebration of her achievements are focused on public service rather than personal recognition.

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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Invites Akpabio To Kogi Project Commissioning

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) appears to have reconciled with Senate President Godswill Akpabio after months of tension, as she formally invited him and other senators to attend a project commissioning ceremony in her constituency. In a letter personally signed by Akpoti-Uduaghan and read aloud by Akpabio during Thursday’s plenary, the senator invited her colleagues to the event scheduled for Sunday in Ihima, Kogi State, marking her second year in the Senate. “In marking my second-year anniversary as serving Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I wish to invite fellow Distinguished Senators to join me for projects commissioning in Kogi State,” the letter stated. The invitation noted that the event would be held at her residence on Plot 101, Jimoh Akpoti Street, Ihima, Okene, with senators traveling by air advised to use the Obajana Airstrip before proceeding by road. After reading the letter, Akpabio smiled and said, “Congratulations in advance,” drawing laughter from the chamber. The gesture marks a notable thaw in relations between the two lawmakers, following a heated dispute in February over Senate seat reallocation that led to Akpoti-Uduaghan’s six-month suspension on March 6. Since her reinstatement on September 24, Akpoti-Uduaghan has gradually re-engaged in legislative activities, contributing to debates and motions on the floor. Her latest invitation to Akpabio is being seen as a significant olive branch and a step toward full reconciliation within the Senate.

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They Are Baseless – Akpabio Rejects Sister-in-Law’s Murder Allegations

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed murder and betrayal claims made against him by his sister-in-law, Pastor Pat Akpabio, describing the allegations as unfounded and politically motivated. Through his spokesperson, Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio urged Pat to report her claims to the appropriate security agencies instead of airing them on social media. “Killing is at the heart of our criminal justice administration. So, I expect a citizen who is aware of the commission of such a crime to be honest enough and report it to the authorities,” Eyiboh said, as quoted by PREMIUM TIMES. He added, “The issue of murder is not something to use for a political vendetta. The law is very clear: whoever asserts must prove.” Eyiboh also defended Akpabio’s character, describing him as “a very humble and strong family person,” and suggested that Pat’s allegations were motivated by a desire for attention. “She is just doing it for attention. Who is going to give her that attention? The Senate president is very busy,” Eyiboh said, adding that the accusations would not tarnish Akpabio’s reputation. Pat, married to Akpabio’s brother Ibanga, had in a Facebook video posted on October 11 accused the Senate president of being responsible for “many killings” in Akwa Ibom State during his tenure as governor. She also criticized him for neglecting his hometown, Ukana Ikot Ntuen, which she said has been without electricity for weeks. In addition, Pat claimed Akpabio accused her husband of wrongdoing during his failed 2019 senatorial bid and accused him of betraying several political allies, including Umana Okon Umana, Nsima Ekere, Akan Udofia, and Bassey Albert. She further vowed to challenge him in the 2027 senatorial election, issuing what she called a “quit notice”: “When you finish, go home. Take care of yourself.” Pat also warned President Bola Tinubu to exercise caution in his dealings with Akpabio and threatened to release more damaging information, stating, “You know I love you. I don’t hate you. I love you because you are a brother to my husband. I stood by you in 2019 when people wrote all sorts of things against you. Did I collect 10 kobo from you? Today, you have the audacity to say that you are the one that made me.” Before entering politics, Akpabio worked as a teacher, later as a lawyer at Paul Usoro & Co., and also served as managing director and CEO of EMIS Telecoms Limited.

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Akpabio Says Hunger Among His People Drove Him Into Politics

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ABUJA, Nigeria – President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, has revealed that hunger and poverty among his people motivated him to join politics, with the goal of transforming their living conditions and changing public perception of Akwa Ibom indigenes. Akpabio made the statement during a youth-focused programme titled “Uncommon Evening with Akpabio”, organized by the All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Wing in Abuja on October 10. Addressing a large audience of Nigerian youths, Akpabio recounted how the socio-economic conditions of his people once pushed many into menial jobs across the country, where they were often employed as security guards and domestic workers—popularly referred to as Ekaete or Akpan. The Senate President said this experience spurred his passion for leadership and inspired his political journey aimed at rewriting the narrative of Akwa Ibom State. “My people were known mainly as security men and housemaids. That reality pained me deeply, and I resolved to change it through leadership and development,” Akpabio said. He highlighted the remarkable transformation of Akwa Ibom State during his tenure as governor from 2007 to 2015, noting achievements in infrastructure, human capital development, and tourism, which have turned the state into a “tourist haven with a thriving economy.” Akpabio also referenced a viral video by media personality Daddy Freeze, where a young man testified to receiving $85,000 from him years ago—a gesture that reportedly changed the man’s life. Encouraging Nigerian youths not to lose faith in the country, Akpabio urged them to remain resilient and committed to building a better nation. Currently serving as the 15th President of the Nigerian Senate, Akpabio previously held office as a two-term governor (2007–2015), Senator (2015), and Minister (2019) before his election to lead the upper legislative chamber in 2023.

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Federal High Court Throws Out Suit Against Senate President Akpabio Over Senator Natasha’s Suspension

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit challenging Senate President Godswill Akpabio over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Justice James Omotosho, ruling on Friday, held that the ten plaintiffs who filed the suit lacked the legal standing, or locus standi, to bring the case. He struck out the suit, describing it as without merit. The case, filed as FHC/ABJ/CS/654/2025 by Ovavu Illiyasu and nine others, sought to overturn the six-month suspension imposed on Akpoti-Uduaghan for alleged misconduct. The plaintiffs argued that the suspension would leave Kogi Central Senatorial District underrepresented. Justice Omotosho disagreed, noting that the plaintiffs were not in a position to contest the Senate’s decision in court. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended by the Senate in July. She subsequently challenged the suspension, and in September, Justice Omotosho ordered her immediate reinstatement, declaring the Senate’s action unlawful. The Senate has appealed that ruling and requested a stay of execution, with the appeal still pending before the Court of Appeal.  

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Court Orders Senate to Recall Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Fines Her N5m for Contempt

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Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Nigerian Senate to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, declaring her six-month suspension as “unduly excessive” and harmful to the democratic rights of her constituents in Kogi Central. Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice Nyako noted that the lengthy suspension deprived the people of valid representation, and urged the Senate to review its sanction procedures to ensure they are not overly punitive or unconstitutional. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan had filed a suit against the Clerk of the National Assembly, the Senate, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Senator Neda Imasuen — Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions — over what she described as unlawful suspension. However, in a twist, the court also found Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan guilty of contempt for a Facebook post she made on April 27, 2025, which featured a satirical apology to the Senate despite an earlier April 4 court order restraining public commentary on the case. As a result, the court fined the senator N5 million and ordered her to publish a formal apology in two national newspapers within seven days and on her Facebook page within two days. The senator had been suspended on March 6, 2025, following accusations of gross misconduct, including a refusal to sit in her reassigned seat during a plenary session on February 20 — a move the Senate deemed as a violation of its standing rules. Friday’s ruling comes amid Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s legal challenges, including a separate cybercrime charge, for which she is currently out on bail. Ask ChatGPT

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