Former Bayelsa East Senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has publicly supported Senate President Godswill Akpabio, dismissing recent allegations of sexual harassment and corruption made against him.
The controversy began when Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, accused Akpabio of victimizing her after she rejected his alleged sexual advances. The claims led to her suspension from the Senate. Separately, former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar labeled Akpabio as "corrupt" and accused him of mistreating women.
However, Murray-Bruce strongly defended Akpabio in a post on X (formerly Twitter), describing him as a man of "unimpeachable good character." He argued that Nigeria is fortunate to have Akpabio leading the Senate, especially during a critical period of national development.
Murray-Bruce’s Key Points:
Clean Record: He stated that Akpabio has undergone multiple investigations by independent agencies and emerged "clean as a whistle."
Call for Stability: Murray-Bruce emphasized the need for strong leadership and cautioned against destabilizing the legislature for political reasons.
Personal Endorsement: "I know Senator Godswill Akpabio personally and intimately… I stand firmly with him," he declared.
The statement comes amid growing tensions in the Senate, with critics questioning Akpabio’s leadership while supporters like Murray-Bruce rally behind him.
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