The coalition of women’s groups, known as Womanifesto, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to adhere to legal standards concerning the potential recall of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Womanifesto has raised alarms about what it considers to be harassment, intimidation, and threats against Akpoti-Uduaghan, which they argue are efforts to compromise her position and tarnish her reputation.
The coalition has urged INEC to ensure transparency and fairness in any proceedings related to her recall, while highlighting concerns over her safety and well-being amidst these challenges. The situation underscores the tension surrounding the political landscape and the treatment of female politicians in Nigeria.
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