I Won’t Be Intimidated!’ – Ezekwesili Responds Fiercely to Alleged Smear Campaign”

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has firmly rejected claims that she accepted a bribe to support any cause, insisting her principles are not for sale.

She issued this response after UK-based activist Sandra Duru alleged that suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, confided in her that Ezekwesili had been financially induced to back her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

Ezekwesili, who has been vocal in calling for a thorough investigation into the allegations, dismissed the accusation as absurd and baseless.

In a post shared via her X (formerly Twitter) account, she stated:

“I can see that my resolute support for your call for justice has thrown your opponents into panic, leading them to concoct desperate and laughable lies.”

She added that:

“No rational or upright individual who knows my track record of integrity would be fooled by the ridiculous fabrications being circulated. Those behind these falsehoods are fully aware that not even the combined wealth of the world’s central banks could sway my beliefs or silence my voice on issues I stand for. So, rest assured, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan.”

Ezekwesili reaffirmed her dedication to the senator’s pursuit of justice, declaring:

“Our resolve remains firm, and we will persist until justice prevails.”