Hisbah bans girls’ night hawking in Katsina
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has prohibited girls from hawking after 10pm to protect them from abuse and other social risks across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/hisbah-bans-girls-night-hawking-in-katsina/
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has prohibited girls from hawking after 10pm across the state, according to a directive announced by the Commandant General, Saifullahi Musa, on Tuesday. The board, established in 2023 by Governor Dikko Radda, aims to promote Islamic values and address social concerns. The restriction applies to motor parks, markets, and other public places where girls engage in night trading.
Musa emphasized the need to protect girls from abuse, sexual exploitation, and other activities contrary to Islamic principles. Hisbah personnel will be deployed to enforce the directive, cautioning parents not to allow their children to hawk late at night and urging them to take responsibility for their safety. The board will also regulate traditional medicine dealers to ensure their activities align with Islamic values, and warn against the reopening of brothels or face legal action.
The ban on selling alcoholic drinks, particularly beer, remains in place. Musa called on residents, especially Muslims, to support the board in upholding Islamic principles.
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