By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Former Senate President Senator Ken Nnamani has refuted allegations made by Senator Elisha Abbo, describing them as “blatant lies” and “falsehoods” intended to mislead the public.
The controversy arose following an interview Senator Abbo granted on Arise News Prime Time show, where he claimed that his legal troubles were the result of judicial mismanagement.
During the interview, Abbo alleged that Senator Nnamani had visited him to plead on behalf of a judge responsible for what he called a “miscarriage of justice.”
In a press statement released on Friday, Nnamani categorically denied ever visiting Abbo or discussing any legal matter with him.
“This statement is a blatant lie. I do not know how Senator Abbo can boldly fabricate an event that never happened,” Nnamani stated.
“For the avoidance of doubt, I have never visited Senator Elisha Abbo at his house or anywhere. Up to this moment, I do not know where he lives.”
Nnamani clarified that the only interaction he had with Abbo was a social visit to his residence, during which they did not discuss any court case.
He recalled advising Abbo to avoid controversies as a young politician but stressed that the conversation never touched on legal proceedings.
Expressing dismay over the allegations, Nnamani described them as politically motivated falsehoods.
“I know that this is a season of political drama. But I do not expect that someone of the rank of a former Senator could create such a falsehood to embellish a story, unmindful of the harm he causes to other people,” he said.
While considering legal action for defamation, Nnamani urged the public to disregard Abbo’s claims, calling them “pathetic lies.”
He reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining his integrity, stating, “I believe I have had a sterling and distinguished public service career.
“It is too late to be entangled with such frivolities and manipulations.”
Senator Abbo, who was previously embroiled in legal battles, has not yet responded to Nnamani’s rebuttal.
The controversy has sparked reactions on social media, with many Nigerians questioning the motives behind the allegations.