Barau Jibrin removes aide after social media posts on Kano governor

Summary

Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has terminated the appointment of aide Umar Alhassan over social media posts described as anti-party and disrespectful to Kano Governor Abba Yusuf.

Highlights

• The decision was announced in a statement issued by Jibrin’s media aide, Shitu Madaki.
• The statement said Alhassan’s posts included remarks that Governor Yusuf “must go.”
• Jibrin’s office said the conduct was against APC interests and breached a directive on party unity.
• Alhassan later said he had accepted the removal and thanked Jibrin for the opportunity to serve.
• The termination was said to take effect from September 18, 2026.