Nigerian activist and music legend Charly Boy has fiercely condemned the Nigerian Senate over the controversial suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
The senator, who recently accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment, has now taken her case to the United Nations, seeking international intervention in what many believe is a politically motivated attack.
Taking to social media, Charly Boy did not hold back, describing Nigeria’s leadership as a “congregation of crooks, drug peddlers, and sex predators.” He decried the culture of impunity in Nigerian politics, urging citizens to resist systemic oppression and injustice.
Akpoti-Uduaghan was handed a six-month suspension after accusing Akpabio of misconduct, with the Senate citing “unparliamentary conduct” as the reason. In a powerful speech at the United Nations’ Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), she called her suspension unlawful and urged democratic institutions to take a stand against the silencing of women in politics. The IPU’s President, Tulia Ackson, acknowledged her complaint and assured that the matter would be reviewed.
Meanwhile, Charly Boy also lashed out at the women-led protests in support of Akpabio, calling them a betrayal of justice and a step backward for women’s rights. He questioned the integrity of those defending the Senate’s actions and urged Nigerians to reflect on societal norms that protect powerful men at the expense of justice.
The issue has sparked widespread debate, with celebrities like Kate Henshaw and Seun Kuti lending their voices in support of Akpoti-Uduaghan. Henshaw condemned the suppression of women’s voices in politics, while Kuti called for solidarity in holding leaders accountable.
As the saga unfolds, this high-stakes battle highlights the deep-rooted challenges within Nigeria’s political system and the growing demand for accountability at the highest levels of power.
