A political storm has erupted in Nigeria’s Senate following allegations by Senator Cyril Fasuyi of Ekiti North that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan accused former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, of sexual harassment. Naija247news gathered that the claim was made during a heated Senate plenary session on Wednesday, where tensions flared over unrelated issues but quickly shifted to the explosive allegation.
According to Naija247news, Senator Fasuyi stated that Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, made the accusation against Fayemi during a private conversation. Fasuyi’s revelation has sparked widespread reactions, with lawmakers and political observers divided over the credibility and timing of the claim.
Naija247news understands that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan has denied making any such allegation, describing Fasuyi’s statement as a deliberate attempt to tarnish her reputation and distract from ongoing legislative matters. “This is a baseless and malicious claim aimed at silencing me and undermining my work in the Senate,” Akpoti-Uduaghan said in a statement obtained by Naija247news.
According to Naija247news, Dr. Fayemi, who served as Ekiti State Governor from 2018 to 2022 and is a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has also denied the allegation. In a statement issued by his media office, Fayemi described the claim as “false, defamatory, and politically motivated.”
Naija247news reports that the allegation has reignited debates about the treatment of women in Nigerian politics and the use of sexual harassment claims as a tool for political manipulation. Women’s rights groups have called for a thorough investigation into the matter, urging the Senate to address the issue with the seriousness it deserves.
According to Naija247news, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has called for calm and urged lawmakers to focus on their legislative duties. However, the controversy has overshadowed other proceedings, with some senators demanding a formal inquiry to ascertain the truth.
Naija247news gathered that the allegation comes at a time of heightened political tension in Nigeria, with the 2027 general elections already sparking early maneuvering among political actors. Analysts suggest that the claim could be part of a broader strategy to discredit key figures ahead of the polls.
As the controversy unfolds, Naija247news will continue to monitor developments and provide updates on this unfolding story. The allegation underscores the challenges faced by women in politics and the need for a more transparent and respectful political environment.
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Reporting by Agnes Ekebuike Editor, Naija247news in Lagos, Nigeria.
