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Akpabio petitions DSS over alleged anti
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has petitioned the Department of State Services over a purported anti-northern statement attributed to him.
The petition was filed by Akpabio's Chief of Staff, Chinedu Akubueze, and urges the DSS to investigate the matter.
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- Akpabio petitions DSS over alleged anti-northern statement
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- DSS investigation and possible action
Why It Matters
The incident may affect Akpabio's reputation and relationships with northern stakeholders
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- Sep 10Punch Newspapers: Senate President Godswill Akpabio petitions the DSS to investigate a false and divisive anti-North statement attributed to him on social med
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