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Natasha: Court summons Akpabio, Nwaebonyi over sexual harassment, defamation claims

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Two High Courts of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have individually and separately summoned Senate President Godswill Akpabio and, Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, over allegations of sexual harassment, defamation and the violation of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s fundamental rights.

A judge of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, Abubakar Idris Kutigi, in suit no: FCT/HC/CV/754/2025, granted leave to Natasha, the senator representing Kogi central, to serve the writ of summons and other court processes on Akpabio in person and in his official capacity as senate president.

The judge also directed that Mfon Patrick, Senior legislative aide to Akpabio, and the Clerk of the National Assembly be served accordingly.

Kutigi fixed June 9 for the report of service after granting motion no. M/6603/2025.

The motion, which was moved by U.J. Udoh, counsel to Akpoti-Uduaghan, and supported by a six-paragraph affidavit, was deposed to by Hamzat Mogaji, litigation manager at Victor Giwa & Associates.

Another judge of the same court, A.O. Otaluka, in a separate suit, no: FCT/HC/CV/1359/25, granted leave for Nwaebonyi to be served by substituted means.

The ex parte motion dated May 10 was supported by an eight-paragraph affidavit and a written address. Michael J. Numa, SAN, and counsel to Akpoti-Uduaghan moved the motion Otaluka adjourned the matter to June 25 for the report of service.

Natasha had earlier filed a N5 billion defamation suit against Nwaebonyi over a claim that she had six children with different men.

The suit, filed by her legal team led by Numa, described the statements as false and a deliberate attempt to damage the lawmaker’s reputation.

Numa told the court that Nwaebonyi, who represents Ebonyi north central, made the allegations during a live interview on Sunrise Daily, a Channels Television programme aired on March 6.

The lawyer said the lawmaker called the Kogi senator a “gold digger”, an “habitual liar”, and an “habitual blackmailer” and alleged that her husband, Emmanuel Uduaghan, married her under duress.

Natasha’s counsel stated that the remarks were made to depict the senator as someone who extorts money through dishonest means.

Through her lawyer, Natasha further said Nwaebonyi was fully aware that the statements were false and made them to discredit her and justify her illegal suspension by the senate.

She also said the lawmaker, a member of the senate committee on ethics and public petitions, made the remarks to influence public opinion against her ongoing petition before the senate.

Among other reliefs, she is asking the court for a perpetual injunction restraining Nwaebonyi and his associates from publishing or causing the publication of defamatory content about her.

Natasha also accused Akpabio of sexual harassment and said his aide defamed her character.

She is seeking N100 billion in general damages and N300 million in litigation costs from Akpabio’s aide.

Recall that Natasha was suspended from the senate for alleged gross misconduct following her seating arrangement altercation with Akpabio.

However, the lawmaker rejected the senate’s position that she was not suspended over her sexual harassment claim against Akpabio.

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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