Shehu Sani Slams Ali Ndume’s Removal as Chief Whip: ‘A Whip Whipped for Whipping the Executive'”
_Former Senator Shehu Sani Weighs in on Ali Ndume’s Removal as Chief Whip_
In a characteristic display of wit and sharp commentary, former Senator Shehu Sani has reacted to the recent ousting of Ali Ndume as Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate.
Sani’s tweet offered a scathing critique of the political maneuvering behind Ndume’s removal, highlighting the tensions within the legislative arm of government.
According to Sani, Ndume’s criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, particularly on issues like economic hardship and food insecurity, led to his downfall.
Sani’s tweet read: “The Chief Whip Ndume Whipped and he was Whipped by Akpabio for Whipping the executive instead of Whipping only the Lawmakers.”
Sani’s comment suggests that Ndume’s removal was orchestrated by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who prioritized loyalty to the executive branch over legislative independence.
Ndume’s criticism of the administration was seen as a bold move, but it was met with swift backlash from the All Progressives Congress (APC), leading to his removal from the Chief Whip position.
The development has sparked widespread debate about the freedom of lawmakers to criticize the government without facing retribution.
Sani’s commentary has added fuel to the fire, highlighting the delicate balance between holding the executive accountable and maintaining internal party discipline.