Deputy Senate President Barau I. Jibrin has relieved Rashida Adamu, popularly known as Rashida Mai Sa’a, of her appointment as a Special Assistant in his office, effective immediately. This decision was announced in a statement issued on Monday by Shitu Madaki Kunchi, media aide to the Deputy Senate President. The move comes after allegations of anti-party activities and conduct considered detrimental to Barau’s political interests in Kano State.
According to the statement, investigations into the allegations found that Mai Sa’a made public statements that could incite political supporters and undermine the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. The decision to sack her was based on findings that she engaged in activities aimed at undermining the APC and made disparaging remarks against Senator Barau.
Barau’s office also accused the former aide of making disparaging comments against the senator despite benefiting from political appointments and institutional support provided by him. The office stated that Mai Sa’a’s actions were in contradiction to the support and opportunities she received from Barau.
This development came a day after an administrative advisory issued by Barau’s office on Sunday, September 27, warning political appointees against activities it described as internal sabotage. The advisory apparently was a precursor to the disciplinary action taken against Mai Sa’a.
Mai Sa’a’s removal is the second high-profile disengagement from Barau’s team in recent weeks. Earlier, the senator also relieved another legislative aide, Umar Alhassan, popularly known as King Indara, of his appointment. These actions suggest a broader effort by Barau to consolidate his team and ensure loyalty.
The situation highlights the internal dynamics within the APC in Kano State and the challenges of maintaining party unity. Allegations of anti-party activities and internal sabotage indicate potential divisions that could impact the party’s performance in future elections.
As the political landscape in Kano State continues to evolve, the implications of Barau’s decision on the APC’s political strategy and internal cohesion will be closely watched. The sacking of Mai Sa’a underscores the importance of party loyalty and the consequences of actions deemed contrary to party interests.
Key points
- Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin sacked Rashida Adamu over alleged anti-party activities and conduct detrimental to his political interests in Kano State.
- The decision followed investigations that found Mai Sa’a made public statements inciting supporters and undermining the APC.
- This is the second high-profile disengagement from Barau’s team in recent weeks, indicating efforts to consolidate his team and ensure loyalty.
