I Won’t Join APC, I’m Committed to PDP – Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Ahead of 2027 Elections

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central has confirmed that she has been approached several times by officials from the Presidency and some colleagues to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), but she has consistently declined, affirming her commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking on the Mic On Podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, she explained that joining the APC is not an option for her. “I was in APC briefly at the start of everything. Why should I go and join APC? I don’t have to follow the bandwagon or succumb to threats or cajolery. I’ve been approached many times, even as recently as yesterday someone joked, ‘We’re still expecting, we would love to have you.’ But I love my space, I love my peace, and I’m okay with my party now,” she said. Akpoti-Uduaghan also revealed she is considering running for the Senate again in 2027, with discussions ongoing within her party. She addressed speculations about a possible contest against former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, saying she is unafraid. “If I decide to contest after consulting my family, constituents, and party, and I am on the ballot against Yahaya Bello, then I would say, bring it on. I am not scared of him. He was a sitting governor and used all his powers against me, yet I defeated his candidate in 2023,” she said. The senator, a first-term lawmaker in the 10th Assembly, represents Kogi Central, the same district Bello hails from. She won her seat in 2023 under the PDP after a tribunal in Lokoja overturned the initial victory of APC candidate Abubakar Sadiku-Ohere, declaring her the winner with 54,074 votes against Ohere’s 51,291. While she intends to run under the PDP again, Akpoti-Uduaghan said she could consider switching parties if the PDP fails to resolve its ongoing leadership crisis. “If I decide to contest in 2027 and the PDP hasn’t resolved its crisis, I would need just a month to choose a platform, and my supporters will move with me,” she added.

Read More

2Baba Apologises For Marriage Controversy, Calls Saga “Too Much Entertainment”

Music icon 2Baba has issued a public apology over the ongoing controversy surrounding his marriage to Natasha Osawaru, admitting that the saga has become “too much entertainment.” The dispute started when his former managers, Kaka Igbokwe and Lori Tosan, accused Natasha of trying to take full control of 2Baba’s career and finances during a live session with media personality Daddy Freeze. 2Baba joined the broadcast to caution them against discussing his personal life. The session ended abruptly after an off-camera argument between him and Natasha was overheard. The matter escalated when members of 2Baba’s family filed a petition with the Inspector-General of Police, alleging assault, bigamy, and financial misconduct on Natasha’s part. The petition claimed she had attacked the singer in both the UK and Abuja and withheld his passport and other documents. 2Baba, however, distanced himself from these allegations, saying his family’s involvement worsened the situation. He also disclosed that Natasha had been receiving death threats amid the controversy. At a public event, the 50-year-old singer urged calm and understanding. “I must say that I don provide too much entertainment. Please do not be angry at me again. Please forgive me and my family,” he said, adding that the ongoing drama had become “too much entertainment that needs to stop.” “Forgive Me and My Family” – 2Baba Issues Public Apology Amid Marital Controversy 2Baba apologizes to fans and family after his private marital disputes with Natasha Osawaru became public. He urges an end to the drama, saying the situation is unfairly harming his wife and… pic.twitter.com/TdvulW1i0d — 99Pluz (@99Pluz) December 10, 2025

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

Akpoti-Uduaghan Ready To Prove Sexual Harassment Claims Against Akpabio In Court

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has stated that she is fully prepared to prove her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio in court. Her statement followed the formal service of a ₦200 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Akpabio, which she confirmed receiving on Friday in Abuja. She said the court now provides the platform that the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges had previously denied her. “The court process gives me the chance I have long sought to establish the truth of my claims,” Akpoti-Uduaghan said, adding that she will show that her refusal to submit to Akpabio’s alleged advances led to prolonged and politically motivated attacks against her. “See you in court, Godswill Akpabio,” she declared. The lawsuit, filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, accuses the Kogi Central senator of making false statements that depicted him as a predator who abused his office for personal gratification. The suit seeks ₦200 billion in damages, nationwide public apologies, retractions, and the removal of all online materials containing the allegations. Court documents indicate that Akpabio claims millions of Nigerians were exposed to Akpoti-Uduaghan’s interviews on television, radio, and online, causing him reputational harm, humiliation, and emotional distress. The filings include a detailed Statement of Claim and a list of witnesses. After attempts to serve Akpoti-Uduaghan directly failed, a court order on November 6, 2025, allowed service through the Clerk of the National Assembly. With both parties now officially before the court, the case is expected to proceed and is emerging as one of Nigeria’s most closely watched political and legal disputes in recent times.

Read More

Akpabio Files N200bn Defamation Suit Against Senator Natasha Over Harassment Allegation

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has approached the Federal Capital Territory High Court with a N200 billion defamation suit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her public allegation that he sexually harassed her. The suit, filed alongside Motion No. M/12725/2025, demands massive financial compensation, nationwide public apologies, and the total removal of all digital content linked to the accusation. Akpoti-Uduaghan confirmed receipt of the court papers on Thursday. “Today being the 5th day of December, 2025, I’m in receipt of the newly instituted 200 billion naira suit against me by Senator Godswill Akpabio claiming defamation on sexual harassment.” She said she welcomed the legal battle, pointing out that the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges had earlier declined to entertain her petition. “Now, I am glad that Sen. Akpabio has brought this up because the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges failed to grant me audience in this issue relying on the fact that Godswill Akpabio’s wife had instituted a defamatory case against me. Therefore they couldn’t attend to a matter already in court.” Court documents reveal that Akpabio accused the Kogi Central lawmaker of repeatedly granting media interviews and making online and broadcast statements portraying him as a public office holder who exploited his position for sexual gratification. He argued that the allegations were widely circulated and consumed by millions, leading to severe embarrassment, emotional trauma and long-term reputational damage. Among the reliefs sought are total retractions across all platforms where the claims appeared, complete deletion of related online materials, repeated public apology broadcasts across major media outlets, and the full N200 billion in damages. Attempts to serve the senator directly were reportedly unsuccessful, prompting Akpabio to seek permission for substituted service through an ex parte application filed in December. Justice Kekemeke granted the request, authorising the service of court documents through the Clerk of the National Assembly or any staff within the Clerk’s office at the Three Arms Zone, Abuja. The court order partly reads: “AN ORDER of the Honourable Court granting leave to the Claimant/Applicant to serve the Originating Processes… by delivering same to the Clerk of the National Assembly, or any staff in the office of the Clerk of the National Assembly… AN ORDER …deeming the said mode of service of the processes on the Defendant as good and proper service.” Akpoti-Uduaghan also explained that Senate rules initially prevented her from heading to court over the allegation. “Albeit, I couldn’t proceed to court because by senate rules, I must still present my case before the Ethics committee (same committee that recommended my illegal suspension).” She insisted the lawsuit now opens the door for her to formally prove her claims. “Alas, I now have a chance to prove how I was sexually harassed and how my refusal to give into his demands unleashed series of unprovoked and unprecedented attacks on my person.” She ended with: “See you in court Godswill Akpabio. Senator Natasha H Akpoti Uduaghan, Kogi Central.” The matter, listed as Suit No. FCT/HC/CV/3356/2025, is expected to move to full trial in the coming weeks and is already drawing intense national attention due to the political weight of both parties involved.

Read More

2Baba Accuses Family Of Ruining His Home As Wife Faces Death Threats

2Baba has broken his silence on the escalating controversy around his marriage, accusing members of his family of crossing the line and triggering a wave of threats against his wife, Natasha Osawuru. The singer’s emotional reaction followed a police petition reportedly submitted by his relatives to the Inspector-General of Police. In the petition, Natasha was accused of assault, bigamy and financial misconduct, with claims that she allegedly attacked the artiste in both the UK and Abuja and took possession of his passport and other personal documents. In a heated video response that quickly spread online, 2Baba disowned the claims and described the entire situation as a dangerous distortion of the truth. “I’m a grown man, and I believe I have the right to be with whoever I want to be with. I’m perfectly okay. I recently performed at a show in Abuja,” he stated, pushing back strongly against any suggestion that he is being controlled or manipulated. He disclosed that the fallout from the petition has now put Natasha’s safety at risk. “My family, who claim they want to save me, have actually destroyed me and damaged someone’s daughter’s character. Natasha is getting death threats right now,” he revealed. While admitting that he and his wife recently had a disagreement, 2Baba insisted it was nothing unusual. “Natasha and I had a quarrel, which is normal between couples, but this is getting out of hand,” he said, warning that the situation has now moved beyond private marital issues into something far more dangerous. He also suggested that this is not the first time his family has interfered in his relationships, hinting at similar past experiences. “My family did this with Annie too. I’m a peaceful person, but this is getting to me too much,” he added. Describing the petition and the viral narratives as deliberate falsehoods, the singer dismissed them as “fabricated lies and stories” and “nonsense.” He admitted that the crisis has left him emotionally drained and under intense pressure, while promising to address several long-suppressed issues in the coming days. Calling for an immediate end to the threats and public attacks, 2Baba condemned the portrayal of him as mentally unstable. “This tag of me being mentally unstable is ridiculous and equivalent to killing somebody. This has to stop,” he said. “I beg everyone to have some human conscience and stop the death threats and harassment.” He also issued a direct warning to his relatives to step away from his personal life. “Writing petitions and saying all sorts of nonsense is not fair. I want my family to stay out of my private and personal life. Just let me be,” he stated. Bringing his message to a close, 2Baba painted a grim picture of the emotional damage already done. “Natasha has been hurt terribly. You are ruining my home. In the name of saving me, you are destroying another person’s life. Please, just let us be.” "This whole thing has gotten dangerously out of hand… I'm a grown man and I believe I have the right to be with whoever I want to be with… Natasha is getting d3ath thr3ats right now… This has gotten out of hand." ~ 2Baba says pic.twitter.com/A8XYvDvXUr — UNCLE KAY👤 (@IAMZIIKKO) December 5, 2025

Read More

2Baba Clarifies “Help Me” Post, Reassures Fans He’s Fine Amid Marital Speculation

Nigerian music legend 2Baba has addressed concerns after a “Help me” post appeared on his Instagram Story, reassuring fans that he is fine and did not make the post himself. In a video shared online, the singer said, “This issue is getting out of hand, and you people are putting Natasha at risk. I’m perfectly okay. Someone else posted that on my IG; I’m not the one who posted it.” The clarification comes amid swirling rumours about marital troubles between 2Baba and his wife, Natasha Osawaru, including reports of a tense exchange during a recent Instagram Live session. 2Baba urged the public to avoid speculation, adding, “Families do have issues, but we will definitely resolve everything,” emphasizing that both he and his family are safe and well. "This issue is getting out of hand, and you people are putting Natasha on risk. I'm perfectly okay. Someone else posted that on my IG; I’m not the one who posted it. Families do have issues, but we will definitely resolve everything," -2face Idibia reacted. pic.twitter.com/MapaSxJmVa — CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) December 3, 2025

Read More

2Baba Sends Disturbing “Help Me” Message On Instagram Amid Stormy Marriage With Natasha

Nigerian music superstar 2Baba has left fans worried after sharing a brief but alarming message on his Instagram story, simply writing: “Help me.” The post comes amid reports of tension in his marriage to his new wife, Natasha, following a heated argument during a live Instagram session with media personality Daddy Freeze. During the livestream, their disagreement escalated, forcing 2Baba to abruptly end the broadcast, leaving viewers stunned. The singer’s social media plea has sparked concern from fans, who are urging him to prioritize his well-being and find a way to address the growing strain in his marriage.

Read More

2Baba’s Brother Hyacinth Says “Allow Us To Save You” Amid Singer’s Personal Struggles And Family Concerns

2Baba’s brother, Hyacinth Idibia, has voiced concern for the music legend’s well-being, urging him to allow their family to support him during challenging times. In an Instagram post, Hyacinth reflected on how 2Baba’s life seems to echo the pain expressed in his lyrics. He wrote, “You’ve always been ahead, always been brilliant, lyrics meant to inspire, but somehow, it’s unfolding in real time. Painful reality, allow us save you. Oyinem, you’ve been suffering for too long. God knows.” The message follows similar concerns from another brother, Charles Idibia, who recently said 2Baba was “living in bondage” due to issues with his partner, Natasha Osawaru. Charles accused Natasha of controlling 2Baba’s devices and interfering with his business activities. The family’s worries come in the wake of a viral video showing 2Baba being questioned and escorted by UK police, which has reignited discussions online about the singer’s personal struggles.

Read More