The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has asked suspended senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to present clear evidence to support her claims against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Natasha had earlier accused Akpabio of sexually harassing her and plotting to assassinate her.
The call came from the National President of the group, Isah Abubakar, as Natasha appeared in court for her defamation case.
Natasha is currently facing trial at the High Court in Maitama, Abuja. She’s being tried for allegedly defaming Akpabio and the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello.
These charges were filed by the Federal Government after Akpabio submitted a formal petition, accusing Natasha of making false claims.
The NYCN has urged security agencies to look into the accusations Natasha made. They believe her claims are serious and must be investigated properly.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Abubakar said it is wrong to make such heavy allegations like sexual harassment without proof. He stressed that accusations of this nature have deep consequences, especially for men, and should not be taken lightly.
He added that Natasha must show clear proof to back up her claim against Akpabio. He noted that while the matter is sensitive, it must be approached with honesty and fairness.
According to him, when people make serious allegations without evidence, it damages reputations and causes division in politics.
Abubakar pointed out that during a political gathering on April 1, Natasha had claimed that there were plans to harm her involving Akpabio and others. He said this is a serious matter and should be investigated quickly by law enforcement.
He also said Natasha should present any evidence she has to the public. This will help people better understand the case and make sure all parties are held responsible.
He explained that public trust matters in situations like this. By being transparent, Natasha would help clear the air and inform the public properly.
Abubakar advised that people shouldn’t make accusations just to gain sympathy or popularity. If someone makes a claim, they should be ready to show where the information came from and any evidence they have.
He concluded by saying that careless accusations can ruin someone’s image and should not be made without strong backing.
