KEY POINTS
- Northern CSOs from six organizations use statements to defend Akpabio while refuting all claims of harassment made against him by Natasha Akpoti.
- The organization defends Akpabio by saying his accusers manipulates political affairs to damage his leadership position.
- Organizations within the Civil Society have demonstrated their support of Akpabio by voting confidence and demanding a thorough examination of the charges.
Northern-based Civil Society Organisations united under the name of six CSOs voted to support Senate President Godswill Akpabio following claims from Senator Natasha Akpoti which they declared as void of truth and politically charged.
The Civil Society Organizations led by Comrade Mustapha Jibrin Musawa pointed out the allegations as deliberate damaging efforts against Senator Akpabio’s political image.
At this essential time when Nigerians demand economic protection laws the sexual allegation presented by this lawmaker exists as a diversionary tactic according to the organization statement.
Political actors view the sexual accusation as deliberate for Reasons of political destruction
The alliance consisting of Arewa Good Governance Forum joined by Peace and Unity Forum in North along with Progressives Movement for Development and Development Initiative for Better Arewa together with Forum for Advancement of Youths and Women denounced the statements made by Akpoti, The northern CSOs reject Natasha’s Allegations, support for Akpabio .
Multiple political actions targeting Senator Akpabio can now be seen through nation-wide protests organized deliberately to bring him down for personal reasons according to CSOs.
These opponents attempted to install a political surrogate as Akpabio’s successor for the purpose of undermining President Bola Tinubu’s governance administration.
Observers now change their original opinion about the 10th Senate due to its mature leadership under Akpabio. The coalition declared his sexual harassment accusation stands against every other declaration he has faced to date.
Northern CSOs Reject Natasha’s Allegations, Support for Akpabio all for investigation
The CSOs defended Akpabio based on his history of outstanding service and warned against any attempt to defame his reputation.
All civil society organizations in the northern region endorse Akpabio by expressing full confidence in his Senate Presidency abilities through their support message.
Northern CSOs reject Natasha’s allegations, support for Akpabio while asking for a comprehensive investigation of Akpoti’s claims because they dismissed her campaign as sponsored propaganda intended to smear Akpabio’s character.
