Standup for Women Society (SWS) has condemned the alleged sexual harassment against the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.
The International President of SWS, Barr. Deborah Ijadele-Adetona, in a statement on Saturday said after watching the interview granted Senator Natasha by the Arise Tv, it became imperative to call for immediate action to be taken against Senator Akpabio until justice is served.
“Not because of Senator Natasha but to also serve as a deterrent to some leaders who think without intimacy with women both married and single, they cannot get what is rightfully their rights,” she said.
In a statement made available to journalists by the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Lib. Billie Nwogu, the SWS requested the court not to ignore the allegation by the Senator to ensure the culprit if found guilty, faces the full wrath of the law. Women at the workplace or on primary assignments should be protected from immorality.
“Sexual harassment is a serious violation of women’s rights, dignity, and well-being. It creates a toxic work environment, undermines productivity, and perpetuates inequality.
“The fact that many women still face unwanted advances, intimidation, and retaliation at work is appalling and unacceptable.
“We stand in solidarity with Sen. Natasha and countless women who have bravely shared their stories, often at great personal cost.” the statement added.
SWS demanded that employers, policymakers, and individuals take concrete actions to prevent and address sexual harassment.
Barr. Deborah, the SWS International President, called on relevant stakeholders to create a safer, more respectful atmosphere for women even though others shy away from sharing what they pass through in the hands of some male counterpart or leaders.
SWS urged the lawmakers to establish and enforce robust anti-harassment policies and procedures.
