Senate Leader Warns ‘Misinformation Spreaders’ After Fight Claims With Akpabio

Ude suggested that the altercation stemmed from Bamidele’s frustration over Akpabio’s alleged favoritism towards Northern lawmakers, particularly in assigning key committee positions.

Responding swiftly, Bamidele’s media team labeled the claims as baseless and malicious. They denounced Ude as a “serial blackmailer” and “cash-and-carry” journalist. The statement emphasized that there was no physical altercation between the two Senators, pointing out that Bamidele has maintained a clean record throughout his two-decade political career, with no history of physical violence.

Bamidele’s team further criticized the false information, calling it part of a broader attempt to create division within the Senate. They also highlighted that immediately after the alleged incident, Bamidele and Akpabio, along with other Senate officials, welcomed the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, with photographs published in major national newspapers.

The statement warned Ude and others spreading misinformation to refrain from undermining the Senate’s unity. Bamidele also made it clear that, should such falsehoods continue, he would take legal action in accordance with the Cybercrime Act of 2015.

The Senate Leader concluded by urging the public to ignore the fake news, reiterating that the 10th Senate remains a united and patriotic body.