Nigerian entertainer and activist Charly Boy has strongly condemned a recent women-led protest in support of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Sharing a video of the demonstration, Charly Boy derisively referred to the protesting women as the “Yeye 10k Women” and expressed deep disappointment over the way sexual misconduct claims are often dismissed in Nigeria. He argued that such protests reinforce a culture that silences victims and protects powerful perpetrators.
The controversy erupted when Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly accused Akpabio of sexual harassment during an interview on Arise Television. In response, Akpabio’s wife, Unoma Akpabio, took legal action against Akpoti-Uduaghan, escalating the situation further. The development has sparked widespread debate on societal norms that stifle women’s voices, with prominent figures like actress Kate Henshaw and musician Seun Kuti calling for greater advocacy and legal protection for victims. These voices have also challenged institutional structures that continue to limit women’s participation in governance and leadership roles.
Charly Boy’s outcry underscores the urgent need for Nigeria to confront cultural attitudes that undermine justice and marginalize women’s rights. This incident has reignited conversations on the importance of supporting victims of sexual misconduct and dismantling societal barriers that prevent women from speaking out against abuse.
