Pat Akpabio, sister-in-law to Nigeria’s Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has ignited a political storm after publicly accusing him of betrayal and linking him to unresolved killings allegedly tied to Akwa Ibom politics during his time as governor. Her explosive remarks were made in a video posted on social media, where she vowed to expose more secrets if provoked.
Pat, who is married to Akpabio’s brother Ibanga, claimed that the Senate President had turned against loyal allies who helped him rise to power. She named several political figures, including Umana Okon Umana, Nsima Ekere, Akan Udofia, and Bassey Albert, as individuals Akpabio allegedly betrayed.
She also accused Akpabio of falsely implicating her husband in murder and theft following the 2019 elections. According to her, despite standing by him during political turbulence, she received no gratitude. “I stood by you in 2019 when people wrote all sorts of things against you. Did I collect 10 kobo from you?” she said.
Pat expressed deep frustration over what she described as Akpabio’s ingratitude and arrogance. “You have the audacity to say you made me,” she said, adding that his hometown, Ukana Ikot Ntuen, has been without electricity for weeks despite his position in the Senate.
She declared her intention to challenge Akpabio politically, warning that if he contests again in 2027, he will be disgraced. “This is your quit notice,” she said. “Nigerians don’t know who you are. When they do, they’ll know you are a very wicked man.”
Her statements have sparked widespread reactions, with many interpreting the outburst as a sign of deep divisions within Akpabio’s political circle. Others view it as a personal feud spilling into the public domain, raising questions about internal power struggles.
Pat’s accusations also touched on unresolved violence allegedly linked to Akwa Ibom’s political landscape. She claimed that during Akpabio’s tenure as governor and now as Senate President, lives were lost due to political machinations.
She urged President Bola Tinubu to be cautious around Akpabio, warning that she could reveal more damaging information if provoked. Her comments have added fuel to ongoing debates about transparency and accountability in Nigerian politics.
The Senate President has not responded publicly to the allegations. His silence has only intensified speculation, with many awaiting an official statement or rebuttal.
As the controversy unfolds, it underscores the volatile nature of political alliances and the personal grievances that can shape public discourse. Whether these claims lead to formal investigations or remain part of Nigeria’s political theater remains to be seen.
