The Kano State Hisbah Board has banned the downloading and distribution of movies through mobile phones across all 44 local government areas of the state, saying the move is aimed at protecting public morality and preserving Islamic values.
The directive was announced by the board’s Deputy Commander General, Dr. Mujahid Aminuddeen, who explained that the decision followed complaints that some operators were using mobile phones to distribute pornographic films and other video content considered offensive to Islamic teachings and the cultural values of Kano State.
According to Aminuddeen, Hisbah personnel have been deployed across the state to monitor compliance through routine patrols and enforcement operations. He warned that anyone found violating the directive would face legal action in accordance with the laws of Kano State.
He urged those affected by the ban to seek alternative lawful means of earning a living, stressing that the measure is intended to protect young people from harmful content and curb the growing rate of moral decadence linked to the consumption of indecent films and videos.
The Kano State Hisbah Board, which oversees the enforcement of Sharia-related regulations, has in recent years introduced several measures aimed at promoting Islamic values and restricting activities considered contrary to the state’s religious and cultural principles.
