Senate President Akpabio Begs Natasha Akpoti Over ‘Night Club’ Remark

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed regret for his recent comments towards Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, apologizing for comparing her behavior to that of a “night club”.

Akpabio acknowledged his mistake after Akpoti-Uduaghan was criticized for speaking out of turn.

A similar situation occurred when Senator Ireti Kingibe of the FCT was silenced for objecting to her exclusion from important decisions regarding the nation’s capital.

During a session in the Senate, Akpabio stated that he would never intend to disrespect any woman.

He mentioned that he and his wife have been inundated with calls and messages, many of them containing insults.

“I will not intentionally denigrate any woman and I always pray that God will uplift women,” he said.

“Distinguished Senator Natasaha, I want to apologise to you.

“The interest shown In the social media shows that we have enemies. I felt I should tender a public apology to you. I do not mean any harm. People should concentrate on things that will move this country forward

“Social media handlers should practice with decorum. We won’t out of anger regulate social media.”

Akpabio also denied social media posting claims that he has “numerous girlfriends”.

“I have only one wife and she is enough for me,” he said.