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I've known him for 50 years – Akpabio's classmate reacts to sexual misconduct saga

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Charles Zuofa, a former classmate of the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has reacted to the sexual harassment allegations against his old friend, describing the claims as inconsistent with the ex-Akwa Ibom State governor’s character.

Zuofa, who hails from Kaiama in Kolokuma-Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, made this known when speaking to reporters in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Friday, March 28, 2025.

He disclosed that, having known Akpabio for over 50 years, none of the allegations could describe his character. He stressed that, unless proven by the court, the Senate President had never displayed any traits or attitude suggesting sexual harassment for the over five decades he had been closely related to him.

Zuofa maintained that the allegations by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and the one made by a former Interim Administrator of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Joy Nunieh, were all strange to him.

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Recalling how his friendship with Akpabio started, Zuofa said they both met at the Federal Government College in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, adding that the former governor was fondly called ‘Gody A’ because of his sense of humour and intelligence.

“Gody A, as we used to call him back then in FGC, Port Harcourt was a very intelligent, yet humorous student. Before stand-up comedy became popular in Nigeria, Gody A was a stand-up comedian. He contested, I think in our 4th year and won the best DJ and stand-up comedian of the school. It was thereafter that we coined and gave him the nickname ‘Gody A’,” he said.

“The Senate President was someone who made light of what would ordinarily pass for serious situations. He always cracked jokes to make everyone feel comfortable in his presence. The Senate President, even in his humorous nature, was a serious-minded, studious, and intelligent student who exhibited high-level leadership qualities.

“He was our Senior Prefect and, you know, to be Senior Prefect you must be a well-rounded individual who embodies leadership, responsibility, integrity, and strong interpersonal skills. As Senior Prefect.”

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He continued, “Godswill Akpabio played a crucial role in maintaining order, fostering a positive school environment, and serving as a role model for the entire student body.

“I am not surprised that the high-quality leadership traits he exhibited back then, has now catapulted him to the leadership of the legislative arm of the Federal Government of Nigeria.”

Zuofa speaks on friendship with Akpabio after school

Zuofa said that after their FGC years, the duo has remained close friends and maintained close contact, noting that he has featured in many public engagements, celebrations, and receptions involving Akpabio.

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“A documentary was made to celebrate Godswill Akpabio at 50. I spoke on behalf of his friends in the documentary. I was also present at his 59th birthday held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. I was further present at his 61st birthday and a well-attended triumphant homecoming held at the world-renowned Godswill Akpabio Stadium.

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“My presence and active involvement at the organization of these milestone events underscore the durability and depth of our relationship.”

Though he acknowledged the seriousness of Natasha’s allegations against Akpabio, he argued that “the allegations of sexual harassment do not align with the behaviour and conduct of the Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio that I have known and interacted with very closely for 50 years.

“Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, who is a remarkably close friend and about whom I can safely give a character opinion, has always displayed and treated women with utmost courtesy and respect.

“I must restate that the current allegations of sexual harassment are entirely contrary to my personal experience of the Senate President, and I would consider it totally unfounded until otherwise proven.”

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Prince Andrew’s s3x accuser, Virginia Giuffre says she mistakenly posted claim that she has four days left to live after car crash

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 Prince Andrew’s s3x accuser, Virginia Guiffre has said she mistakenly posted the claim that she had just four days left to live to her public Instagram. Ms Giuffre, 41, sparked concerns online when she shared a photo of her ‘battered and bruised’ claiming she was dying after being hit by a school bus. Ms. Giuffre said a speeding vehicle had ploughed into her car and that doctors had told her she had four days to live.  Today she issued a statement to clarify the circumstances of a ‘car crash’ that caused her injuries and ‘kidney failure’.  The statement said: ‘Virginia thanks everyone for the outpouring of love and support. She is overwhelmed with gratitude.  ‘Today she remains in serious condition while receiving medical care. On March 24, in rural Western Australia, a school bus hit the car in which she was riding.  ‘The police were called but said that there was no one available to come to the scene.  ‘They asked if anyone was injured and suggested that if they were, they should make their way to the hospital.  ‘The school bus driver had a bus full of distraught children and left the scene to get them back, saying he would file a police report, which he did later.  ‘Virginia was banged up and bruised and returned home. Virginia’s condition worsened and she was admitted to the hospital.  ‘Concerning her Instagram post, Virginia thought that she had posted on her private Facebook page.  ‘Virginia and her family thank everyone for their concern.’ She is currently being treated at Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital in Perth, Australia. PRI 223718191 1743433016In January, the last batch of Epstein court papers to be released showed Ms Giuffre, 41, claimed she was paid $15,000 (12,000) to have s3x with Prince Andrew.  As part of a civil lawsuit against Epsteins former lover Ghislaine Maxwell, she told a judge of her alleged abuse by the Duke of York in 2016.  Asked under oath in 2016 over whether she was paid “by or on behalf of Jeffrey Epstein” for the encounter, which Andrew denies took place, she said: “Yes, I did receive $15,000.  “I dont know what equivalent that is to pounds. I received it in American dollars.”  Prince Andrew reached an out-of-court settlement with Ms Giuffre, ne Roberts, to avoid going to trial in 2022.  He had faced a public hearing over allegations he s3xually abused the American woman three times when she was just 17, and while she was the victim of a trafficking ring orchestrated by billionaire paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and his girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell.   The Duke has always strenuously denied the accusations.The post Prince Andrew’s s3x accuser, Virginia Giuffre says she mistakenly posted claim that she has four days left to live after car crash appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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PHOTOS: Edo tribunal verdict ‘leaked’ ahead of judgment day

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A day before the official ruling, a purported judgment from the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has surfaced online, revealing a divided decision on the petition challenging Governor Monday Okpebholo’s victory.

The tribunal, chaired by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, is expected to announce its verdict on Wednesday, April 2.

However, leaked documents suggest a two-to-one ruling dismissing the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo.

According to the leaked decision, Justice Kpochi and Justice A.B. Yusuf ruled in favor of Okpebholo, while Justice A.A. Adewole dissented, arguing that the election results should have been reversed.

Justice Adewole’s minority judgment contended that the election did not comply substantially with the Electoral Act and that Ighodalo had proven his case.

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“The petitioners’ case was not rebutted, and they showed unit by unit how the actual total should be 243,113 votes, while the 2nd Respondent’s tally should stand at 210,326 votes—a clear reversal of the declared result,” he stated.

In contrast, the majority ruling acknowledged irregularities, including over-voting and missing serial numbers in EC 25B forms, but maintained that these did not significantly affect the overall outcome.

“The petitioners have not discharged the dual burden to the satisfaction of the law. Accordingly, the petition lacks merit and is hereby dismissed,” the judgment read.

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had previously declared Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, the winner with 291,667 votes, defeating Ighodalo, who polled 247,655 votes.

Unconvinced, the PDP took the matter to the tribunal, citing widespread irregularities.

The leaked documents have stirred political tension, with many awaiting the tribunal’s official verdict to confirm whether the leaked judgment aligns with the final decision.

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Trump administration delays plan to ban people from 43 countries from travelling to the US

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The Trump administration’s plan to ban people from 43 countries from travelling to the US is delayed indefinitely. Trump issued an executive order on January 20 requiring intensified security vetting of any foreigners seeking admission to the US to detect national security threats.  Back in March, the White House put out a memo that showed countries divided into three separate groups – including full visa suspensions and partial suspensions. Many are from the Middle East and Africa, with Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran and North Korea among the 11 who face the most drastic measures.In the second group, 10 countries would face partial suspensions that would impact tourist and student visas as well as other immigrant visas, with some exceptions. And in a third group, a total of 22 countries would be considered for a partial suspension of US visa issuance if their governments ‘do not make efforts to address deficiencies within 60 days’, the memo said. Trump’s ban has now been delayed because the State Department continues to miss deadlines to submit a report detailing recommendations for restrictions.  They were originally due on March 21 but department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said Monday that it’s still being worked on.   ‘I can tell you that were working on what the executive order asked for, which is not travel bans of course but the nature of restrictions from other countries if whether or not they meet the standard of security and vetting thats required for entry into the United States,’ she said. A new deadline for the report to reach Trump’s desk does not currently exist but Bruce confirmed it is still in the works.  ‘Again, because theres not a date, it doesnt mean that its not being worked on. So we are all working to implement what President Trump has ordered,’ she said.The post Trump administration delays plan toban people from 43 countries from travelling to the US appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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