Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has removed one of his legislative aides, Umar Alhassan, following a social media post perceived as disrespectful to Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Alhassan, also known as King Indara, was relieved of his position after posts on his Facebook page, including the phrase “Abba Must Go”, were brought to the attention of the Deputy Senate President’s office.
The decision was announced in a statement issued on Friday by Barau’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Shitu Madaki Kunchi, with the removal taking effect from September 18, 2026. 
According to the statement, the posts were considered inconsistent with the expected conduct of political appointees and officials serving in Barau’s office.
Kunchi said aides and other appointees were expected to demonstrate discipline, respect public office holders and encourage constructive engagement among different levels of government.
He said the action was taken to protect the standards and values expected of officials working under the Deputy President of the Senate.
The statement added that the decision followed what the office described as conduct that breached the principles of discipline, respect and decorum expected of a legislative aide.
Barau’s office consequently announced Alhassan’s removal as Special Legislative Assistant, bringing his tenure in the Deputy Senate President’s office to an end.
