The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has called for a thorough investigation into the sexual harassment claims made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Despite Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return to the Senate after serving a six-month suspension for violating the Senate’s rules, Afenifere believes that the investigation should continue to uncover the truth [1].

Restoration of Akpoti-Uduaghan Does Not Mean Claims Should Be Buried

Afenifere expressed mixed feelings about Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return to the Senate, stating that restoring her mandate does not mean that the claims against Akpabio should be put behind them without judicial interpretation. The group emphasized that the truth should be revealed to restore Nigeria’s image in the global community, as various media outlets and international parliaments have taken an interest in the matter.

Call for Fairness and Justice

Afenifere’s statement highlights the need for fairness and justice in the investigation, saying, “For us, restoring her does not mean we should put all her claims behind us without subjecting them to judicial interpretation.” The group urged the Senate, the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation, and the country’s security agencies to thoroughly examine the matter to uncover the truth .

Investigation Should Be Thorough and Transparent

The outcome of the investigation will likely have significant implications for the Senate and Nigeria’s political landscape. Afenifere’s call for a thorough and transparent investigation underscores the importance of upholding justice and fairness in the face of serious allegations .