Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has removed one of his aides, Umar Alhassan, popularly known as King Indara, from office following controversial social media posts concerning Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Barau announced the removal of Indara from his position as Special Legislative Assistant (SLA) on Friday, September 18, 2026.
According to a statement issued by Barau’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Shitu Madaki Kunchi, the decision followed what the Deputy Senate President described as “indiscipline and disrespect.”
The statement said Indara authored social media posts containing the phrase “Abba Must Go,” which Barau said was contrary to the standards of respect and decorum expected from members of his office.
Barau also stated that the posts were inconsistent with the principles of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
“Accordingly, we announce his removal from the position of Special Legislative Assistant (SLA) in the office of the Deputy Senate President as of September 18, 2026,” the statement said.
The Deputy Senate President, who represents Kano North in the Senate, subsequently reaffirmed his commitment to the APC and prayed for the success of the party “from top to bottom.”
King Indara’s Social Media Post
Indara, a Kano-based TikToker, had earlier taken to Facebook on Friday, where he reportedly stated that Kano is for former governor and political figure Rabiu Kwankwaso while also maintaining that he remains a member of the APC.
His comments came amid heightened political activity in Kano ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Barau had, earlier in September, inaugurated the Kano North Senatorial District Campaign Council and called on APC stakeholders to work together for the party’s success in the forthcoming elections.
The removal of Indara has therefore added another development to the ongoing political conversations within Kano State as political parties and their supporters intensify activities ahead of the 2027 polls.