Mr Nse Ntuen, a former Akwa Ibom house of assembly member (Essien Udim) says allegations leveled against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as a killer is false.
Ntuen in a statement in Uyo on Sunday, said the allegation is baseless.
He described the claims circulated by Akpabio’s sister-in-law, Mrs Patience Akpabio, as malicious, and inconsistent with both the character and public record of Akpabio, haven known him for more than 50 years.
Ntuen, also a former chairman of Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, Akpabio’s council of origin, said the allegation, which had no basis, is steeped in personal bitterness and deliberate mischief rather than in any verifiable fact or credible grievance.
“We must never allow a culture of reckless falsehood to replace dialogue and truth. These claims are not merely offensive; they represent a conscious attempt to erode the dignity of honest leadership and to sow unnecessary discord among a people united by shared history and respect,” Ntuen said.
Ntuen aligned himself with the recent resolution of the Greater Akpabio Family, which unanimously expressed confidence in the senate president and reaffirmed the family’s unbroken unity.
He added that the statement by the family, being the most authoritative voice on domestic matters of this nature, has settled the issue firmly and should be respected as such.
“These spurious attacks are not only affronts to Akpabio’s person but also to the collective reputation of Essien Udim and by extension, Akwa Ibom and Nigeria,” he said.
He described the allegation as distractions, especially now that the senate president is leading the National Assembly in charting legislative frameworks for economic recovery and national renewal.
“It is disappointing that anyone would choose to distract public attention with malicious fiction and self aggrandisement.
“The public is therefore, advised to disregard such falsehoods, which serve no purpose other than to inflame passions and divert focus from meaningful governance,” he said.
He commended Akpabio for remaining calm and self-restraint in the face of provocation, describing it as evidence of both personal strength and political maturity.
He reaffirmed his loyalty to Gov. Umo Eno’s vision of peace and inclusive governance and his continued support for Akpabio as a son of Akwa Ibom.
“We stand with our leader, our brother, and our pride. Those who traffic in falsehood will find that truth is patient but enduring.
“The focus now must remain on the great task of nation building, to which Akpabio continues to dedicate himself with calmness, clarity and conviction,” he said.
