The Kano State Hisbah Board has officially banned all forms of sports betting in the state as part of its intensified efforts to fight immorality and restore social order. This announcement was made by Dr. Mujaheed Aminuddeen, the Deputy Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, during a press briefing.
Dr. Aminuddeen explained that the Hisbah has re-launched its campaign, dubbed “operation flush out immorality,” to clamp down on individuals and groups who violate social norms in Kano. “We are committed to restoring sanity and discipline across the state,” he stated, adding that the ban on sports betting is a significant step in this direction.
In addition to the ban, the Hisbah Board is taking measures to regulate other activities. Dr. Aminuddeen warned that landlords who rent out properties to unknown persons could face arrest, given the rise in cases of houses being used as illegal lodges and motels. “Landlords need to be more responsible about who they rent their properties to,” he stressed.
The Hisbah Board has also introduced new rules regarding courtship, aimed at curbing inappropriate behavior. “Prospective couples are no longer allowed to sit in tinted vehicles during courtship, especially at night,” Dr. Aminuddeen said. This rule is part of a broader effort to enforce moral standards in public spaces.
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Street begging, particularly involving women, has also come under scrutiny. While street begging is already prohibited by law, the Hisbah is now focusing on arresting female beggars who remain outdoors late at night. “We will not tolerate women begging or loitering after dark,” he emphasized.
Prostitution among young girls has also become a growing concern for the Hisbah. Dr. Aminuddeen warned that any woman found in a tricycle after 10 p.m. would be arrested. “We are alarmed by the increasing rate of prostitution and will take firm action to stop it,” he declared.
Dr. Aminuddeen urged the public to follow these new regulations, cautioning that violators would face strict penalties. He also called on parents to take responsibility for their children, particularly young girls, and ensure they avoid any behavior that could lead to breaking the law. “Parents must be vigilant and prevent their daughters from engaging in misconduct,” he advised.