In a statement on Wednesday, Suraj Bamalli, the media aide
to the Kaduna speaker, said after the committee was established, Bello, in
now-deleted posts via X, insulted the assembly and called for a “fight”.
Bamalli alleged that the federal lawmaker also sent
“insulting and subtle threat messages” to the Kaduna speaker via his WhatsApp
account.
“Shortly after the establishment of a committee to
investigate financial dealings, loans, grants, and projects implementation from
2015-2023 in Kaduna State, Hon. Bello el-Rufai took to social media with two
tweets, now deleted, insinuating a call to “fight” and disrespecting the entire
legislative arm of government,” the statement reads.
“Additionally, he
sent insulting and subtle threat messages to the Rt. Hon speaker of Kaduna
state house of assembly, Hon Yusuf Liman via WhatsApp.
“The screenshots of these tweets and messages have been
widely circulated, causing concern among the citizens of Kaduna state.”
Bamalli said it is “disheartening” that a federal lawmaker
would resort to such behaviour and attempt to obstruct legislative duties.
He added that the assembly remains committed to serving the
people without fear or favour.
“The members of the
Assembly took an oath to uphold the integrity of their office and ensure due
diligence in their duties, regardless of any attempts at intimidation or
threats,” Bamalli added.
“Threats and intimidation from anyone, including federal
lawmakers, will not deter the Kaduna House of Assembly from its pursuit of
justice and accountability.”
