Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, and her husband, Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan, a prominent businessman and high chief in Warri Kingdom, have announced their intention to pursue legal action against Deputy Chief Whip Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi. This decision follows alleged defamatory remarks made by Senator Nwaebonyi during a televised interview on News Central TV, which were subsequently disseminated across various media platforms.
In a formal letter dated March 27, 2025, the couple's legal representatives demanded a public apology from Senator Nwaebonyi within 14 days. The letter outlined the damaging nature of the remarks, which allegedly portrayed Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan as someone of questionable moral character and Chief Uduaghan as a victim of marital blackmail. The comments were described as a deliberate attempt to tarnish their reputations, causing significant distress and embarrassment among their political, social, and business associates.
The legal notice emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, stating that the remarks have led to reputational harm and public distrust. The couple has requested that the apology be aired on News Central TV and widely shared across social media platforms. Failure to comply will result in legal proceedings to seek redress.