President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has formally petitioned the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate the circulation of an alleged anti-North statement attributed to him. The petition, signed by his Chief of Staff, Chinedu Akubueze, calls for a thorough examination of the purported remarks, which are said to have been made in a viral context. The statement allegedly suggested that Northerners would face consequences if President Bola Tinubu lost the 2027 presidential election.
Akpabio’s team has emphasized the need for proof of the statement’s authenticity, as it has been widely shared online. The petition highlights concerns over the potential misuse of his name and the impact of such claims on national unity. Multiple media outlets have reported the development, underscoring the political sensitivity of the issue.
The DSS has not yet responded to the petition, but the move reflects growing scrutiny over public figures’ statements in a divided political climate. The investigation could have significant implications for both Akpabio and the broader political discourse in Nigeria.
