He stated, "I was not surprised because I know the leadership is corrupt, no apologies about that. They could do anything, and the Senate President is known to have that type of character even when he was a governor."
Atiku further alleged that Akpabio engaged in misconduct beyond financial corruption, claiming, "He was not only corrupt as a governor, but he was also in the habit of abusing women."
These allegations come amid sexual harassment claims against Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, who accused him of victimization after rejecting his alleged advances. The National Assembly's recent approval of the state of emergency in Rivers State has also drawn criticism, with Atiku condemning the action as politically motivated and an abuse of power. Daily Post Nigeria
These developments have sparked discussions about the integrity of political leaders and the handling of sexual harassment allegations within Nigeria's political landscape.