The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested 17 young women over alleged immoral activities, including dancing on TikTok, as well as several tricycle riders accused of violating the board’s regulations.
The arrests reportedly took place at different locations across Kano metropolis, including hotels and other popular spots where some of the women were allegedly found engaging in activities considered contrary to the board’s moral guidelines.
The Deputy Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, Malam Mujahidden Aminuddeen, confirmed the arrests to Daily Trust, explaining that they were carried out during routine surveillance and enforcement operations.
He also disclosed that some tricycle operators were arrested for allegedly allowing female passengers to sit beside them in the driver’s section.
According to Aminuddeen, preliminary screening revealed that some of the women arrested lacked basic knowledge of Islamic practices.
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He said the board was making arrangements to provide them with religious instruction, including lessons on ablution, prayers and other aspects of Islamic education.
The deputy commander-general explained that the suspects would remain in the board’s custody for a period while undergoing the religious lessons, stressing that the initiative was intended to reform behaviour and promote moral values rather than focus solely on punishment.
He further urged parents and guardians to pay closer attention to their children’s activities, particularly on social media and in public spaces.
The Hisbah Board reiterated its commitment to enforcing moral regulations and addressing activities it considers social vices across Kano State.
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