Kano Assembly Investigates Lawmaker for Mocking Governor

The Kano Assembly has initiated an investigation into Yusuf Bello Aliyu, the member representing Nasarawa constituency, over an alleged social media post that reportedly mocked Governor Abba Yusuf. During a plenary session presided over by Speaker Ismail Falgore, Abdulhamid Abdul, the member representing Minjibir, raised a matter of urgent public importance regarding the post, which allegedly depicted Aliyu holding a rabbit by its ears and making disrespectful remarks about the governor.

Abdul emphasized the need for lawmakers to uphold the dignity of their offices and called for a public apology and disciplinary measures if the allegations were confirmed. Other members, including Musa Kachako and Sulaiman Mukhtar, supported the motion, stressing the importance of responsible conduct on social media and the need for legislation to address abusive online content.

The Speaker referred the matter to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges, directing it to report back to the House on Wednesday.