- Natasha is the greatest joy of my life – Husband.
Alema of Warri Kingdom and husband of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, has reacted to ongoing feud between his wife and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Alema of Warri said his wife confided in him about her interactions with the Senate President, whom he considered a family friend.
Chief Uduaghan explained that he approached the matter with the utmost maturity and responsibility, as it is his duty as a traditional leader who has immense respect for constituted authority and upholds core family values, foster peace and harmony.
“I personally met with the Senate President and respectfully urged him to extend the courtesy and respect my wife deserves, while also honoring the friendship between us. We reached an understanding and agreed to resolve the issue amicably,” he said.
Chief Uduaghan expressed unwavering faith in his wife’s loyalty and full commitment to their marriage, which he said is grounded in love, compassion, and mutual respect.
“I would never trade her for anything, as she is the greatest joy of my life.
“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. It is clear that certain sentiments are being stirred up unnecessarily, distracting from the serious underlying allegations, which should concern every discerning individual with sound family values.
“Without prejudice to the ongoing legal proceedings, I wish to emphasize that my wife was duly elected by her people due to the immense love, respect, and confidence they have in her and she is committed to delivering quality representation to her district and the Nation at large. 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.
However, despite this agreement, my wife continues to express concerns about the harassment she has endured from the Senate President,” he said.
Chief Uduaghan urged the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Senate President to treat his beloved wife with the respect and dignity she truly deserves while the relevant authorities and the court determine the underlying issues.
