ALEMA OF WARRI KINGDOM SPEAKS OUT ON WIFE’S DISPUTE WITH SENATE PRESIDENT
High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, the Alema of Warri Kingdom, has broken his silence on the ongoing dispute between his wife, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, and the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. In a statement released on March 1, 2025, High Chief Uduaghan expressed his concerns about the harassment his wife has endured from the Senate President. “I had initially resolved to refrain from commenting on the ongoing dispute between my beloved wife, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, and the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. However, recent developments have compelled me to issue this statement,” High Chief Uduaghan said. He emphasized that his wife was duly elected by her people due to the immense love, respect, and confidence they have in her. “She is a devoted wife, and the bond we share is deep and unwavering. She has always remained truthful, even in the face of adversity,” he added. High Chief Uduaghan revealed that he personally met with the Senate President and respectfully urged him to extend the courtesy and respect his wife deserves. “We reached an understanding and agreed to resolve the issue amicably. However, despite this agreement, my wife continues to express concerns about the harassment she has endured from the Senate President,” he said. He expressed his unwavering faith in his wife’s loyalty and commitment to their marriage. “I would never trade her for anything, as she is the greatest joy of my life. I now respectfully urge the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Senate President to treat my beloved wife with the respect and dignity she truly deserves while the relevant authorities and the court determine the underlying issues,” High Chief Uduaghan concluded.