Kano Hisbah bans sports betting, sets new rules on courtship
Kano State chapter of sharia police also known as Hisbah Board, has banned all forms of sports betting within the state.
The Deputy Commander-General of Hisbah Board, Dr Mujaheed Aminuddeen announced this on Tuesday while addressing newsmen on Hisbah’s renewed efforts to tackle immorality in the state
He stated, “We have re-launched ‘Operation Flush Out Immorality,’ and our operatives will soon clamp down on individuals and groups that violate social order.”
He said this operation aims to enforce a strict moral code in the community.
In addition to the ban on sports betting, the board has also implemented new regulations concerning residential rentals.
Landlords who rent properties to unknown individuals face potential arrest due to concerns about houses being misused as lodges or motels.
He further outlined new rules regarding courtship, stressing that prospective couples are prohibited from sitting in tinted vehicles, particularly at night.
This measure is part of an effort to promote openness and reduce potential misconduct.
Dr. Mujaheed also addressed the issue of street begging, stating, “The law prohibits street begging, and any female beggar found outside late into the night will be arrested.”
Additionally, he warned that women seen in tricycles after 10pm would also be subjected to arrest, citing rising concerns over prostitution among young girls.
“Violating these rules will attract stiff penalties,” he cautioned, urging parents to take an active role in monitoring their children, especially daughters, to prevent any form of misconduct.