Senate President Godswill Akpabio has submitted a formal petition to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, urging action against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over what he described as a “criminally defamatory” and inciting allegation.
Akpoti-Uduaghan had accused him of orchestrating a plot to assassinate her.
Dated April 3 and copied to the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), Akpabio’s petition condemned the accusation as a “heinous lie” aimed at destroying his reputation, provoking unrest, and threatening his safety.
The controversy began after Akpoti-Uduaghan, during an April 1 speech in Kogi State, alleged that Akpabio instructed former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello to arrange her assassination in a way that would implicate her constituents.
Describing the claim as baseless and politically driven, Akpabio said it was a calculated attempt to malign him and stir public sentiment.
He urged the police to swiftly investigate and prosecute Akpoti-Uduaghan for criminal defamation, incitement, and actions likely to breach the peace.
He also emphasized the broad media spread of the claim and warned of its potential to destabilize national peace, calling for accountability from public figures making such damaging remarks.
