Natasha: ‘Akpabio Must Go’ protest rocks Abuja

Protesters calling on the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to step down have taken Abuja by storm.

As early as 8am on Wednesday members of civil society groups gathered at the National Assembly calling for Senate President to step down pending an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment made against him.

The protesters arrived at the National Assembly gate as early as 8am, few hours before the resumption of plenary.

Carrying banners with inscriptions such as ‘Akpabio Must Go’, and ‘Protect Women’s Rights’, the demonstrators demanded accountability and urged the Senate to investigate Akpabio over the serious accusations.

The protest comes days after Akpoti-Uduaghan accused Akpabio of harassment and claimed he had targeted her after she refused his sexual advances.

The explosive allegation was made during a live television interview, escalating tensions within the Senate.

The controversy began after a seating arrangement change on February 20, 2025, which Akpoti-Uduaghan described as retaliation for rejecting Akpabio’s alleged advances.

A spokesperson for the protesting groups said their objective is to ensure a transparent and unbiased investigation.

“We are here to demand justice for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and to hold those in power accountable. No one is above the law,” the spokesperson said.

As of press time, there has been no official response from Akpabio or the Senate leadership regarding the protesters’ demands.