- Nigerian Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been praised for her bravery in bringing sexual harassment allegations to the United Nations through social media.
- Senator Natasha, representing Kogi Central, reported her suspension by the Nigerian Senate after revealing sexual harassment by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has garnered significant acclaim from Nigerians who have taken to social media to laud her for her bravery in bringing sexual harassment allegations to the attention of the United Nations.
On March 11, 2025, Senator Natasha, who represents Kogi Central, addressed the Women in Parliament session during the Inter-Parliamentary Union meeting held at the United Nations in New York. During her address, she disclosed her suspension from the Nigerian Senate following her allegations that Senate President Godswill Akpabio had sexually harassed her.
Natasha called for international intervention to ensure accountability from the Nigerian Senate, asserting that she is experiencing political victimization and intimidation for demanding a thorough and transparent investigation into her claims against Akpabio.
“My call to the international community is that the world must not stay silent as democracy and women’s rights are rolled back in Nigeria. I call on human rights organisations, women’s movements, and democratic institutions to hold the Nigerian Senate accountable.
“Nigeria needs global partners to push for women’s political inclusion, safety, and protection from political harassment.
“This is a clear case of political victimisation for speaking against corruption and gender-based violence. The United Nations Declaration defines sexual harassment as a form of gender violence. The Senate’s action is an assault on democracy.
“I was elected by my constituents to represent them, but powerful men have unilaterally silenced their voices by suspending me for six months.
“I will resist political intimidation. In the past few days, several male colleagues have urged me to apologise and retract my statements, but I told them I would not apologise for my truth.
“I will serve the six-month suspension, and on the very first day of my return, I will re-present my petition on sexual harassment. I will continue to do so until there is a fair and transparent investigation,” Akpoti-Uduaghan stated.
The video featuring her addressing the issue at the United Nations has garnered significant attention from numerous Nigerians, who have voiced their confidence in her abilities.
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A considerable number of people have publicly endorsed Senator Natasha, while also praising her husband, Emmanuel Uduaghan, for his unwavering support during her challenges.
aydotb: Apkabio is arranging his protesters passport and visa to go and protest in UN
sanzye: There is Natasha, and then there is her husband… Can we just applaud her husband for being incredibly supportive … a supportive secure man gives you extra boldness to face the world…
chefdeee: The senate will regret this move , many things to sup ! Natasha is fighting a good fight and she will likely win
nas070: if she’s not right, she won’t go this far, allegedly
dr_success_john: I love Natasha for this. The injustice done against her by Nigeria senate will not be sustained
flashyella: The First Lady should hide her face in shame for trying to silence this woman.
Go Natasha speak your truth without fear.
asanma_uc_colllections: Sisterhood, motherhood, Grandmotherhood is proud of you Natasha
alexanderchryst: I really love this embarrassment in the international level. Since they don’t want to hear you out. Let your voice be head globally. I stand with NATASHA
djdrainer: Definition of a brave woman!!! …goosebumps all over my body
iamcandybleakz: The world willl not forget how senator Natasha stood on her right and fought for what is right, in year 2025 and since then many Nigeria women become courageous.
stellachigoziem: If they can do this to her
Then… what becomes of a normal citizen
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