The senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Senator Ishaku Abbo, has apologised to Nigerians, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and women in general, following a viral video in which he was seen physically assaulting a lady.

Abbo made the apology at a press conference at the PDP headquarters in Abuja.

The Senator who was close to tears at the briefing asked for forgiveness, saying it is not in his character to assault women.

The assault, which was first reported by Premium Times, sparked outrage with many Nigerians calling for his prosecution and urging the Senate to also discipline him.