Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District has apologized to former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, over the choatic scene at the Senate on Tuesday.
TheNewsGuru reports that the incident, which took place on Tuesday, ensued shortly after the request that Ezekwesili and her team be administered on oath in line with the Senate rules, during a session regarding a petition filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central.
Ezekwesili told the Ebonyi North Senator and Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate to ‘shut up’, which caused Nwaebonyi to call her a ‘fool‘.
The former Minister also described him as a disgrace to the Senate; the Senator described her as a disgrace to womanhood.
Reacting, Natasha via the microblogging platform, X formerly Twitter lauded the former Minister of Solid Minerals for her commitment to integrity and courage.
She added that Ezekwesili took the insult for her (Natasha) and other women.
“Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, Ma’am, I apologize for the insults. Know you took them for me… for us … as a mother and as a leader. Know that you are a true icon of integrity, courage, and visionary leadership. Your unwavering commitment to good governance, education and democracy continues to inspire generations. A champion of accountability…Nigerians appreciate you. I celebrate your brilliance, resilience and selfless service. You are a hero,” she wrote.