Netizens have lambasted Senate President Godswill Akpabio, claiming that the Brekete Family, a renowned human rights radio program hosted by Ahmed Isah, far surpasses both the Nigerian Senate and the Presidency in protecting citizens’ rights.
The criticism erupted on social media platforms, particularly X, following the Senate’s decision to summon Isa on February 27, 2025, to answer questions about his program’s operations.
Netizens sers pointed to the Brekete Family’s track record—broadcasting on Human Rights Radio 101.1 in Abuja—of amplifying the voices of the oppressed, resolving cases of police brutality, and exposing corruption, achievements they argue outshine the government’s efforts under Akpabio’s leadership.
The Brekete Family, established as a non-profit reality show focused on human rights, has gained widespread acclaim for its grassroots approach, offering a platform where ordinary Nigerians can seek justice and support.
Netizens contrast this with what they describe as the Senate’s preoccupation with internal disputes and perceived inaction on critical national issues, such as security and citizen protection.
Recent posts on X, including those referencing the Senate’s summons of Isa, underscore a growing belief that the program fills a gap left by an unresponsive legislature and executive.
Akpabio, who has led the Senate since 2023, faces intensified scrutiny amid claims of ineffective leadership, as well as recent Senate clashes, such as his disputes with lawmakers like Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
Netizens assert that, compared to these institutional shortcomings, Brekete Family’s mission—advocating for the oppressed and less privileged, as outlined in its mission statement—has delivered more tangible results for Nigerians.
@abbkar_ai said, “Ahmed Isa of berekete family is 100 times better than Senators in serving Nigerian masses”.
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@TrulyDearest_ said The present government goal is not to deliver good governance but shut every mouth that questions their heinous activities.
@MezieAbia said, The Ordinary President of Brekete Family has done more work in securing Nigerians and protecting them from harm and harassments than the Nigerian Senate and the Presidency put together have done. “The Senate under Godswill Akpabio is not a LEGISLATIVE CHAMBER, but a CARE HOME for docile politicians,” he added.
@justincollins_1 said, The Nigerian Senate’s summons to Ahmad Isa, host of Brekete Family, raises concerns about freedom of expression and media independence. Brekete Family is known for advocating for human rights and holding authorities accountable, which might be seen as challenging the current government’s actions.
He further stated that the Senate’s warning suggests a potential crackdown on dissenting voices, highlighting the tension between governance and accountability in Nigeria.
However, Collins explains that the action taken by the Senate President is totally wrong and should be approached with caution. It’s crucial for leaders to respect the role of media and advocacy platforms in promoting transparency and accountability.
@Kunmiadelokiki said The Senate President, Akpabio, himself needs to be “regulated”. I believe he often oversteps his boundaries within the Senate. He speaks out of turn & acts as if he’s above the other senators who were duly elected, just like him.
@MrOzor1 said, We are not a democracy. It’s an autocratic and despotic government, and Nigerians are sleeping on it
@xyzabtrey said, Berekete’s sitting structure looks like that of the senate and the court of law. Further said. “I see why they summoned him Nah jealousy.”
@Elohimismysave said They didn’t invite Yahya Bello, They didn’t invite Oyetola that caused unrest in Osun state a few days ago, But they’re inviting ordinary president. With exclamation he said ooooo
@BusayoAdemiku1 said Hello Senator @Senator_Akpabio, Sir, I humbly advise you to make good use of your office while you are still active. Inviting Ahmad Isa to the @nassnigeria is misplaced priority. Were those legislators elected for jamboree? it’s sickening.
@Senator_Akpabio @NGRSenate
Many argue that Akpabio’s focus on controlling media figures like Isa distracts from addressing Nigeria’s pressing human rights challenges.
The public outcry also draws on broader discontent with Nigeria’s political leadership, as evidenced by web reports on Akpabio’s tenure and the Senate’s priorities.
As the February 27, 2025, Senate hearing looms, the online community continues to rally behind Isa, amplifying the narrative that a grassroots radio show outstrips the nation’s highest legislative and executive bodies in upholding citizen rights.
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