Emma, Akpoti-Uduaghan's husband speaks, says he had had to speak to Senate president about wife's challenges in Senate

Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan has disclosed that he had had cause in the past to personally speak to Senate President Godswill Akpabio over the challenges his wife has faced in the 10th Senate since her inauguration as the Senatro representing Kogi Central in the Red Chamber.

His wife, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan had in an interview on Arise TV on Friday, alleged that the Senate President made passes at her in his office and residence in Akwa Ibom state.

Before the allegations, the Kogi senator and Akpabio had clashed in the upper chamber over seating arrangements.

In a statement on Saturday, Uduaghan, the Alema of Warri Kingdom, said his wife had confided in him about her “interactions” with the Senate President.

“I personally met with the Senate President and respectfully urged him to extend the courtesy and respect my wife deserves, while also honoring the friendship between us. We reached an understanding and agreed to resolve the issue amicably,” the statement reads.

“However, despite this agreement, my wife continues to express concerns about the harassment she has endured from the Senate President.

“I have unwavering faith in my wife’s loyalty and am fully committed to our marriage, which is grounded in love, compassion, and mutual respect.

“I would never trade her for anything, as she is the greatest joy of my life.

“I now respectfully urge the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Senate President to treat my beloved wife with the respect and dignity she truly deserves while the relevant authorities and the court determine the underlying issues.”