Senator Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, who represents Kano South, has threatened to sue Hashim Dangurawa, the leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), for defamation over allegations of corruption and electoral fraud. , issued a legal warning.
The senator, through his lawyer Sunusi Musa San, accused Danglawa of tarnishing his reputation by alleging corruption, electoral fraud and betrayal in a recent radio interview.
In his letter to Dungurawa, Sumaila demanded a complete retraction and a public apology in two national newspapers within 24 hours.
“Our client demands a retraction and apology published in two national newspapers. Failure to comply will result in legal proceedings,” the letter said.
Mr Sumaila claims Mr Dungrawa is accused of misappropriating public funds meant for local projects such as water and the City Hall stadium in the Sumaila local government area.
Furthermore, Mr Sumaila claimed that Mr Dungurawa had spread accusations that he had received $80 million from His Highness Abubakar Kabiru Bichi to influence the 2023 Kano State governorship election in favor of the All Progressives Congress (APC). did.
The senator’s statement said the allegedly defamatory comments were broadcast on Freedom Radio (99.5 FM) and shared widely on social media such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Telegram, potentially reaching a global audience. It emphasizes one thing.
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