Akah Nnani Breaks Silence on Legal Battle Between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Akpabio, Urges Men to Stand Against Injustice

Nollywood actor Akah Nnani has spoken out about the ongoing legal battle between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, urging men to take a stand against the injustice faced by women in power. In a powerful video shared on his Instagram on March 6, 2025, Nnani expressed his deep concern over the state of gender justice in Nigeria, questioning the safety and well-being of women in positions of authority.

The video comes in the wake of serious allegations made by Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who accused Senate President Akpabio of sexual harassment during an interview on Arise Television. Following these allegations, Mrs. Unoma Akpabio, the wife of the Senate President, filed a lawsuit against Akpoti-Uduaghan, further escalating the situation. The legal battle has since spiraled, with Natasha’s allegations becoming the subject of mockery and ridicule, which has sparked outrage and widespread discussion across Nigeria.

In his video, Akah Nnani questioned the broader implications of the case for Nigerian women, saying, “There comes a time when silence is betrayal. Today, I choose to speak. This is not just about one woman. This is about a system that has failed to protect its own. If a female senator is not safe, then who is? If a woman in power is ridiculed for speaking up, then what happens to the girl on the street, the woman in the workplace, the child in a classroom?”

Nnani’s passionate message underscored the importance of solidarity and action from men, stressing that the fight for gender justice cannot rest solely on women’s shoulders. “Good men, where are you? Men with voices, influence, power, and integrity must do something. We cannot keep looking away. We cannot let injustice become culture. We cannot let our daughters inherit a world where their voices are drowned out by mockery, where their pain is entertainment, and where their dignity is negotiable.”

He called for a collective effort to create a better society, one where women are respected, protected, and heard. “This is not a fight for women alone. This is a call to men. To raise daughters who won’t turn to prostitution and sons who will shun the call of wisdom for illegal wealth. To fathers, to brothers, to leaders, to all who claim to stand for truth. We must do better. Listen to this piece. I hope it stirs something in you. Let it remind you that silence is not neutrality—it is complicity. Is this my country? No, this is not my home.”

The actor’s statement has resonated with many, sparking discussions about gender justice and the treatment of women in leadership roles in Nigeria. His words have brought to light the systemic issues women face, not just in the political sphere but also in everyday life, as their voices are often silenced and their pain trivialized.

The ongoing legal dispute between Akpoti-Uduaghan and Akpabio has shed light on the broader issue of women’s safety and dignity in Nigeria. The mockery and ridicule Natasha has faced for speaking out are seen by many as symptomatic of a culture that enables and perpetuates violence against women.

As the case continues to unfold, Akah Nnani’s call for action has sparked a renewed conversation about the need for men to be active allies in the fight for gender equality and justice. His message serves as a powerful reminder that standing up for what is right requires courage and collective effort, and that silence in the face of injustice only perpetuates harm.