A group called the Virtuous Women of Delta (VWD) has given the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, a 14-day ultimatum to tender an unreserved apology to Mrs. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

The group made the demand in a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its Coordinator, Deaconess Eguolo Oghenekevwe.

In the statement, the group expressed their outrage over Akpabio’s alleged disrespectful behavior towards Mrs. Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing his actions as sacrilegious according to Delta’s cultural traditions.

The statement read, “We have patiently watched as the Senate President has dragged our sister through the mud. In our tradition, such actions are considered sacrilegious and carry severe consequences.”

The group further emphasized their disapproval of Akpabio’s behavior, particularly his decision to have Mrs. Akpoti-Uduaghan removed from a public space, which they found deeply disrespectful.

“The fact that he had our wife walk out of a public place is enough to make us march to the National Assembly in protest,” they stated.

The group gave Akpabio 14 days to issue an unreserved apology, warning that if he fails to do so, they will be compelled to take action and express their anger in person at the National Assembly.

The controversy stems from previous comments Akpabio made, including the use of inappropriate language referring to a nightclub, despite the fact that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is married to a prominent Delta man.

Akpabio had earlier apologized for his remarks, acknowledging their sacrilegious nature.

“Such words are unacceptable, especially when a married woman is involved. Our men are like lions and will not tolerate such disrespect,” the statement continued.

The Virtuous Women of Delta emphasized that, as Akpabio hails from the same geopolitical zone, he should be aware of the importance of their cultural values and traditions, which cannot be disregarded.

“We politely ask the Senate President to apologize, or face the consequences within the next 14 days,” the group said.

Stakeholders from Jigawa State, including elders, opinion moulders, royal fathers, and legislators on Tuesday stormed the National Assembly to throw weight behind the proposed creation of Hadejia State.

The Chairman of the Movement for the creation of Hadejia State, Malam Musa Shu’aibu, while presenting the historical perspective of the struggle, stated that the demand was born out of the people’s desire to take their destiny into their hands.

He explained that the conquest of the Hadejia Emirate in 1906 and the introduction of the provincial system of administration in 1926 led to a gradual loss of identity and the capacity to harness local resources for development. Despite being the second largest emirate in size, economy, and population under the provincial system when Kano and Jigawa existed together, Hadejia did not receive commensurate development in relation to its contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Hadejia, derived from the River Hadejia, supports the livelihoods of a large segment of the population. Based on the 2006 census, the proposed state’s population was 1,245,571, with almost equal numbers of male and female inhabitants. The current projected population is 1,811,185.

The proposed state is made up of eight local government areas, three federal constituencies, and nine state assembly constituencies, all from the Jigawa North East Senatorial District.

According to Malam Shu’aibu, the region is highly endowed with vast land, water bodies, animals, and fertile soil for farming, but these resources have not been fully harnessed.

“If granted the state, we the people of Hadejia know our land more than anyone else, and we will do everything possible to harness our resources for the benefit of our people. We believe we can even make a greater contribution to the Nigerian nation,” he stated.

He drew a comparative example with Bayelsa State, which was created in 1996 with six local governments, while Hadejia’s request with six local governments at that time was not granted. Today, Bayelsa has eight local governments and remained a state, while Hadejia now has eight local governments and is still seeking state creation.

The delegation was led to the Senate for the presentation of the memorandum by Senator Ahmed Abdulhamid Malam Madori, representing Jigawa North East Zone.

The group expressed optimism that their request would receive positive consideration, emphasizing the potential of the proposed state to thrive independently.

In a bold move to make housing available at affordable prices for Nigerians and interested home owners, a fast growing housing estate developer – Prime Green Projects and Innovation Limited, has launched what it called “Vision 1 Million Ire Homes”, in Abuja.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Ayobami Adeyemi speaking at a Press Conference in Abuja on Monday, described the launch as a bold and transformative initiative that will change the face of homeownership needs of Nigerians and interested from other parts of the world.

He said, the vision for Ire homes provides a simplified and structured scheme for low income earners buy into it, given that there was financial constraints and the lack of access to mortgage finance to acquire housing properties these days.

It is with great joy and a deep sense of purpose that I stand before you today to officially launch Vision 1Million: Ire Homes—a bold and transformative initiative that will change the face of homeownership in Nigeria.

To drive home the vision, Mr Adeyemi said, the Prime Green Projects and Innovation Limited would carry out the construction of Ire Homes in collaboration with OAK CITY Projects Limited, a company renowned for housing projects in Abuja and across major cities in the country.

He said: “For far too long, homeownership has remained out of reach for millions of hardworking Nigerians due to financial constraints, lack of accessible mortgage options, and the ever-rising cost of real estate. At Prime Green Projects & Innovation Ltd, in collaboration with OAK CITY Projects Ltd and our esteemed financial partner, TAJBANK, we are here to change that narrative.

“The name “Ire” signifies goodness, prosperity, and well-being—values that are at the heart of this initiative. Vision 1Million: Ire Homes is not just a real estate project; it is a movement—one that seeks to create one million landlords across Nigeria by making land and homeownership more accessible, affordable, and sustainable.”

To further buttress the rationale behind the launch, Adeyemi said, it would bridge the housing gap by providing affordable land and housing solutions for Nigerians from all income levels, make homeownership stress-free through innovative financing options and flexible payment structures.

Adding, “to build a future where every Nigerian can own a home, create generational wealth, and secure their family’s future”, he said.

He said: “Through our partnership with TAJBANK, we have developed seamless and flexible mortgage plans that will remove the financial barriers that have kept many from owning a home. Our housing schemes will be strategically developed in prime locations across Nigeria, ensuring accessibility, security, and long-term value.

“We are also prioritizing transparency and efficiency in property acquisition. With Ire Homes, you can be confident that your investments are secure, your processes are straightforward, and your dreams are within reach.

Answering questions from journalists, the developer said, the Company will continue to maintain standard in the housing design and construction, stressing that the standard cannot be compromised because some people lacks capacity to acquire houses, but wanted it at all costs.