Akpabio apologizes to Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan for disrespectful remark

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has issued a public apology to Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP-Kogi) following an uncomplimentary remark directed at her during a recent plenary session.

During Tuesday’s session, Akpabio clarified that he had no intention of disrespecting any woman. He emphasized that his comments were not meant to denigrate women and expressed his commitment to supporting women’s upliftment.

The incident occurred last Thursday when Akpabio rebuffed Akpoti-Uduaghan for attempting to speak without being invited during his speech. He remarked, “Senator Natasha, you cannot speak without being asked or invited to speak in the Senate. This is not a nightclub.”

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Akpabio’s comment sparked backlash on social media, prompting his apology. “I will not intentionally denigrate any woman, and I always pray that God will uplift women. Distinguished Senator Natasha, I want to apologize to you,” he stated.

He acknowledged the public interest in the incident and the subsequent social media reaction. “The interest shown on social media indicates that we have enemies. I felt I should tender a public apology to you. I do not mean any harm,” Akpabio said.

He also called for a focus on national progress and urged social media users to practice decorum, stating, “People should focus on things that will move this country forward. Social media handlers should practice with decorum. We won’t regulate social media out of anger.”