A storm of controversy has engulfed the National Assembly as reports emerge of Senate President Akpabio allegedly creating an “Office of First Lady” unprecedented in previous Assemblies. Outrage is palpable among senators, with sources revealing discontent over the establishment of this new office.
A source within the National Assembly stated, “There is outrage in the National Assembly because Senate President Akpabio created an office for his wife, Unoma. There is now an office of First Lady to the Senate President.”
Akpabio, currently serving as the 15th President of the Nigerian Senate, has a history of stirring controversies. Earlier this year, he faced backlash for a viral video in which he revealed that senators received bribe money during ministerial screenings. The video showed Akpabio claiming that funds had been sent to their accounts for holiday enjoyment, sparking a heated moment on the Senate floor.
In response to the uproar, Akpabio retracted his statement, stating, “I withdraw that statement. In order to allow you to enjoy your holiday, the Senate President has sent prayers to your mailboxes to assist you to go on a safe journey and return.”
This recent controversy adds to the growing discontent among senators, who are reportedly upset that Akpabio exposed their receipt of bribe money for ministerial screening. Sources suggest that N2 million was sent to each senator, while Akpabio allegedly pocketed a significant sum from ministerial nominees.
One source disclosed, “Senators are upset with Senate President Akpabio for exposing the bribe money they get for ministerial screening. A paltry N2 million was sent to each of them. They are angry that now Nigerians know how they are bribed to allow ministerial nominees to take a bow and go.”
Allegations of blackmail and treachery are surfacing, as senators gear up for a battle against Akpabio. The situation has ignited tensions between senators and their constituents, who were reportedly unaware of the financial dealings surrounding the ministerial screenings. The Senate President faces mounting scrutiny and potential repercussions for these revelations, with discontent brewing within the National Assembly.
