Oshiomhole Accuses Akpabio of Shielding NNPC Interests

Adam Oshiomhole, a former governor of Edo State, accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of protecting the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) based on personal interests, particularly regarding the employment of Akpabio's daughter. Oshiomhole made these comments during a podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, asserting that Akpabio's actions were outside established parliamentary procedures.

This controversy arises amid increasing political maneuvering within the Senate ahead of the 2027 elections. Oshiomhole emphasized that Akpabio's conduct was improper, particularly in light of comments made during Senate committee investigations into NNPC's operations.

He also criticized Akpabio for failing to address the absence of former NNPC Chief Financial Officer Umar Ajiya, who did not respond to multiple invitations to appear before the committee. Oshiomhole maintained that the Senate has the constitutional authority to conduct oversight and expressed concerns about Akpabio's leadership style, suggesting that it could hinder legislative investigations.