BAUCHI: Senator Shehu Buba Umar has challenged Hassan to present evidence backing allegations linking him to terrorist activities, urging relevant authorities to investigate the claims and take appropriate legal action where necessary.
The senator’s position followed the circulation of several videos allegedly linked to him, alongside claims made by Hassan suggesting that Shehu Buba has connections with terrorists.
According to a statement issued by the senator’s supporters, complaints concerning the allegations and circulation of the videos have been submitted to relevant security authorities since 2025.
The statement alleged that Hassan, who has continued to make the claims through media platforms, is yet to appear before security agencies to substantiate his allegations, despite reportedly being invited to provide evidence.
Shehu Buba and his supporters said they have no objection to any investigation or inquiry by the appropriate authorities, insisting that anyone with credible evidence against the senator should formally submit it to security agencies.
“We have no objection to investigations or inquiries by the appropriate authorities.”
The senator’s camp maintained that allegations involving terrorism are too serious to be prosecuted through social media or media appearances, arguing that they should instead be subjected to established legal and investigative processes.
It further accused Hassan of attempting to damage the senator’s reputation through what it described as unverified allegations.
The statement called on Hassan to present whatever evidence he claims to possess to the appropriate authorities, saying a formal investigation would allow the allegations to be independently examined.
“We will not accept the use of baseless allegations, defamation, or the dissemination of unverified information as a political tool to tarnish someone’s reputation,” the statement added.
The controversy continues to generate public debate, with Shehu Buba’s camp maintaining that if there is credible evidence against the senator, it should be presented before the relevant authorities for proper investigation rather than circulated through media platforms.