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WHEN I SACKED EX-NDDC BOSS FOR PARADING FAKE NYSC CERTIFICATE, SHE ALLEGED IT WAS BECAUSE OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT – AKPABIO
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has responded to harassment allegations made by Joy Nunieh, the former Acting Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), providing his perspective on her dismissal during his tenure as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs.
In a video shared by Viable TV, Akpabio detailed the circumstances surrounding Nunieh’s removal from her position, centering his narrative on allegations of certificate fraud and potential perjury.
According to Akpabio, the chain of events began with a letter from the late Abba Kyari, who was then Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari. The letter raised serious questions about Nunieh’s educational credentials, specifically highlighting concerns about her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate.
Akpabio claims he took immediate action by contacting the NYSC to verify the allegations. Following what he described as confirmation of irregularities, he proceeded to terminate Nunieh’s appointment to prevent a potential scandal.
“You want me to tell the world that she was parading fake NYSC certificate and she committed perjury, she lied under oath,” Akpabio stated, emphasizing his rationale for her dismissal.
The Senate President also indicated his intention to pursue legal recourse, stating that Nunieh would soon be hearing from his lawyers. This suggests the ongoing nature of the dispute between the two former government officials.
The statement comes in response to previous harassment allegations made by Nunieh against Akpabio during his time as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs. By focusing on the certificate issue, Akpabio appears to be challenging Nunieh’s credibility and providing his version of events.
As the matter developed, the legal and professional implications of Akpabio’s claims remain to be fully explored. The potential legal action he mentions may bring further details to light.
The ongoing dispute serves as a reminder of the intricate and often politically charged nature of high-level government appointments and dismissals in Nigeria.
