Coalition alleges fresh blackmail plots against Akpabio

A coalition of civil society organizations, spearheaded by the Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW), has expressed concerns over an alleged conspiracy aimed at tarnishing the reputation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The group claimed this orchestrated effort is not merely an attack on an individual but represents a broader assault on the integrity of one of […]

A coalition of civil society organizations, spearheaded by the Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW), has expressed concerns over an alleged conspiracy aimed at tarnishing the reputation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

The group claimed this orchestrated effort is not merely an attack on an individual but represents a broader assault on the integrity of one of the highest offices in Nigeria.

In a statement, NIW’s National Convener, Dr. John Samuel Nangi, detailed the alarming specifics of what they describe as a “campaign of calumny.”

The coalition claimed that a network of influential online content creators, social media influencers, and bloggers is being mobilized to disseminate misinformation and propaganda as part of this insidious plot.

This orchestrated effort, they argue, is designed to undermine not only Akpabio’s reputation but also the credibility of the Senate and the entire Nigerian government.

The organization has specifically appealed to the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to closely monitor the situation and take necessary actions to thwart any plots that aim to destabilize Nigeria through falsehoods and malicious propaganda.

Dr. Nangi emphasized the importance of safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic institutions, stating, “This is not just an attack on an individual; it is an attack on our democracy. We must stand united against any attempts to undermine our nation’s leadership through deceit and manipulation.”

He also insisted that the potential ramifications of such a conspiracy could further erode public trust in government institutions and exacerbate the already tense political climate.