“Deeply troubling”: Akpabio asked to resign over Natasha’s allegation

• Action Collective (AC) has demanded the resignation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senate Ethics Committee Chairman Neda Imasuen
• The pressure group raised concerns over judicial independence after a judge withdrew from the sexual harassment case involving Senators Akpabio and Akpoti-Uduaghan
• AC also made a strong allegation against the APC, just as it called on civil society groups to demand accountability from the Senate leadership

Alleged Sexual Harassment: Akpabio, Imasuen, Asked to Resign as Natasha Saga Rocks SenateSource: FacebookAC raises concerns over judicial independence”This development is deeply troubling and a threat to judicial independence,” the group said.AC doubts Senate Ethics Committee’s probeThe only way to ensure a fair and transparent process is for both Akpabio and Imasuen to step aside and allow an independent inquiry to take place, the group stated.Credibility of National Assembly at stake, says AC A legislature that cannot uphold ethical standards and protect victims of misconduct loses the moral right to perform oversight functions on the executive and judiciary, the statement read, adding that failure to act decisively could erode public trust in the Senate.AC accuses APC of shielding Akpabio

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