Oluwatosin EnesiCommander-General of the Hisbah Board, Aminu Usman (Abu Ammar), made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, February 19, directing nightclub operators to cease operations immediately. Hisbah police have declared a ban on nightclub activities in Katsina state.
According to Usman, the decision was made to curb behaviours deemed immoral, protect societal norms, and address security concerns across the state.
“The board has made it clear that violators will face strict consequences, and security agencies have been directed to ensure full enforcement of this directive,” he stated.
He further explained that the Commissioner for Internal Security and other law enforcement agencies such as the Nigerian Army, Police, others, had been notified to facilitate compliance. “This measure is part of broader efforts to maintain peace, security, and a morally upright society in Katsina State,” Usman added.
This is not the first time Hisbah has taken steps to regulate public behavior in the state. In July 2024, the board banned pr0stitution and gambllng, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining moral standards.
At the time, Hisbah also warned that individuals with unconventional hairstyles would be monitored and necessary actions taken against them.
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