Canadian Senator Salma Ataullahjan has publicly declared her support for Nigerian lawmaker Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan following her suspension from the Senate and the controversy surrounding allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
The Nigerian Senate recently suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months after she accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. The decision was made after a report from the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions found that she had allegedly violated multiple Senate rules.
The suspension has sparked widespread reactions, with supporters and critics voicing their opinions. Amidst the controversy, Canadian Senator Salma Ataullahjan has expressed her solidarity with Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, commending her courage in speaking out against sexual harassment and advocating for justice.
In a post shared on her official social media page, Senator Ataullahjan encouraged Akpoti-Uduaghan to remain resilient despite the backlash she faces.
“Stay strong, Natasha. @NatashaAkpoti Your bravery for speaking out against sexual harassment is a powerful reminder that we must all continue to fight for a safer, more respectful world for everyone. #justicefornatasha,” she wrote.
Her statement has drawn attention from activists, lawmakers, and the general public, with many praising her for standing in support of Akpoti-Uduaghan amid the ongoing debate about gender equality and accountability in politics.
