Sunday, June 14, 2026
FB X LI YT
Breaking
ABIOLA AND THE ANCIENT JOURNEY OF JUNE 12 – By Dare Babarinsa, CON Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Group Chairman of Oodua Investment Company Limited, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. A proud moment for Yoruba land as he addresses the gathering on regional unity and progress. Representative from the DAWN Commission speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference, addressing the gathering on regional integration, collaboration with Think Yoruba First, and the future of Yoruba land in a multipolar world. The event was held in partnership with the DAWN Commission. Otunba Deji Osibogun, Convener of Yoruba Koya Leadership and Training Foundation, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. He addressed the gathering on leadership development, grassroots mobilisation, and the urgent need to build the next generation of Yoruba leaders. Oba Francis Olusola Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon Kingdom, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. The royal father spoke on the critical role of traditional institutions in securing the nation and praised Think Yoruba First for their tireless work in advancing the cause of Yoruba land, declaring that the movement is the future of Yoruba progress and unity. “No One Is More Qualified Than Me” – Senator Dickson Declares Obi Not Doing NDC Any Favour Caribbean Nation Opens Doors: Grenada Grants Nigerians Visa-Free Access, Seeks Direct Flights and Investment Economic Invasion, Physical and Psychological Warfare on Yoruba Land
NEWS

Senate President Godswill Akpabio Hits Senator Natasha Akpoti With ₦200 Billion Defamation Suit Over Sexual-Harassment Allegations

December 6, 2025 • 2 min read

By Ademola Adekusibe
6th December 2025

In a dramatic escalation of a bitter political and personal dispute, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has filed a ₦200 billion defamation lawsuit against Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja.

The suit comes after Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly accused Akpabio of sexual harassment, claims which the Senate President describes as false, malicious, and deeply injurious to his reputation. Akpabio is demanding a full public retraction, nationwide apology, removal of defamatory content, and ₦200 billion in damages.

According to the court filings, the allegations have caused irreparable harm to Akpabio’s personal and professional reputation, exposing him to public ridicule, scorn, and political backlash.

Akpoti-Uduaghan, who has previously sought Senate investigation into her claims, acknowledged receiving the court papers, stating the lawsuit presents an opportunity “to now present her case before a court of competent jurisdiction”. She emphasized that she would defend herself vigorously against the suit.

Legal analysts describe the case as a high-stakes showdown, with far-reaching implications for Nigerian politics and public perception of the Senate. Observers note that this lawsuit, valued at ₦200 billion, is among the largest defamation claims in the country’s history.

The case has attracted widespread public attention, drawing reactions from civil society, legal experts, and political commentators, as Nigerians await how the judiciary will handle what some are calling a political and reputational firestorm.