Kano Assembly Suspends Lawmaker Over Alleged Insult to Governor Abba Yusuf
By Trek Africa Newspaper
The Kano State House of Assembly has suspended Yusuf Bello Aliyu, the lawmaker representing Nasarawa Local Government Area, for three months over alleged insulting remarks directed at Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The suspension was announced during the assembly’s plenary on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with the lawmaker directed to stay away from all legislative activities throughout the period.
The disciplinary action followed the circulation of a video showing Aliyu holding a rabbit by its ears while making comments allegedly considered insulting to the governor.
The video sparked controversy, prompting the assembly to announce that it would invite the lawmaker to explain his actions.
However, following its proceedings on Wednesday, the assembly proceeded with the three-month suspension over the incident.
Speaking after the plenary, Lawan Hussaini Dala said Aliyu was required to appear before the assembly and issue a public apology to Governor Yusuf.
The suspension prevents the lawmaker from participating in legislative activities for the duration of the disciplinary measure.
The development comes amid heightened political tensions in Kano State, where disagreements involving political officeholders have continued to attract public attention.
Further details regarding the specific remarks that led to the suspension and whether Aliyu intends to challenge the decision were not provided in the available information.
