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How Natasha Akpoti Took Sexual Harassment Allegations to Global Media Without Ever Going to Court — And the Pattern of 5 Accusations Against Prominent Men

Despite the grave nature of her repeated sexual harassment allegations, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has yet to take a single one to court — opting instead for emotionally charged interviews and high-profile media appearances on international platforms like the BBC, Sky News, and Deutsche Welle.

This media strategy, critics say, has painted a one-sided picture, raising concerns about trial-by-press and a troubling pattern of weaponized allegations — many of which have either been retracted, unproven, or quietly faded away without legal pursuit.

In a now widely circulated letter, former presidential aide Reno Omokri called out this media-centric approach. He accused Senator Akpoti of falsely accusing him of sexual harassment in 2021, only to quietly retract her claims and offer an out-of-court "settlement" after he presented conclusive evidence that he was not even in Nigeria at the time of the alleged incident. Omokri said the money paid to him was styled as a religious “offering,” following a three-way call involving Akpoti’s then-fiancé, now husband, and a prominent Christian clergyman.

Yet this isn’t the only time Akpoti’s tactics have come under scrutiny. In fact, Senator Akpoti has accused no fewer than five high-profile Nigerian men of serious misconduct, including:

1. Reno Omokri – accused of sexual harassment; allegation later retracted after he provided irrefutable alibi.


2. A sitting Cabinet Minister – also accused on video of sexual harassment.


3. Senate President Godswill Akpabio – currently facing allegations from Akpoti, which have gained widespread media attention.


4. A former Kogi State Governor – whom she accused of threats and corruption.


5. A former NNPC executive – whom she linked to illicit contracts and abuse of office.



So far, none of these cases have seen the inside of a courtroom — nor has the senator produced forensic or independent legal evidence to back any of her claims. Instead, they have followed a similar trajectory: sensational rollout, media amplification, then silence or retraction.

“It appears she prefers media courts to real courts,” one analyst observed. “But justice — whether for victims or the accused — cannot be served on TV alone.”

Senator Akpoti has yet to publicly respond to Omokri’s detailed allegations made over two months ago — including claims of financial settlement, false statements, and coordinated online entrapment. Her silence has raised eyebrows among observers and media ethicists who now question the motive, timing, and strategy behind her string of public accusations.

As global media houses continue to cover her current claims against the Senate President, calls are growing louder for balance, context, and — above all — verification before amplifying voices that may not be rooted in truth or due process.

The verbal violence was started by someone due to simple seat change.

Then the someone went on Arise News to peddle allegations of sexual harassment.

Then the someone went to the senate to submit her allegation which was wrongfully submitted.

After correction, she was recommended to be suspended for verbal violence.

The suspension was fair as it was meant to help her reflect on her behaviour and understand the rules of the senate to be an effective lawmaker.

Instead of simply apologizing to the senate and her colleagues by saying: "I was way over my head; I sincerely apologize to my colleagues for raising my voice", she went on an international media circus. She appeared at the Interparliamentary Union of United Nations without authorization and lied that she was suspended for being a woman and refusing sexual advances of senate president. They told her they'd hear from the other side. The matter died at that level. She then went to DW News, Sky News and BBC to peddle her claims. Whenever she was reminded that she was suspended for verbally assaulting the senate leadership, she'd sidestep it and even want to attack.

Her propagandists on Nairaland are saying she is looking for justice. Since when does the media deliver justice?

She wanted publicity to disgrace Akpabio. She didn't file any evidence in court or with the senate ethics committee. She just wanted drama like a Dramatasha.

Now the public has turned on her to supply evidence because they are not gullible and hungry.

Dramatasha has been silent for almost two weeks now.

Dramatasha, please do another media round and accuse Akpabio.

Please.

Natasha is finished i dare say.
My dear "stubborn" woman will never accuse any man falsely again when this issue will be finally laid to rest.
I wonder how the husband is coping with all this.🥺🥺🥺

She is not the one to go to court, it is those that she allegedly accused wrongly that should approach the court for defamation.

Igahbarr:
She is not the one to go to court, it is those that she allegedly accused wrongly that should approach the court for defamation.

I can bet my money on this, igahbarr is an obidien and an Igbo man. Nah una people like you fit dey reason upside down like this.

She's accusing Akpabio of raping her, but she's not the one to go to court to prove her case.