Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has issued a directive to the state Hisbah Board to crackdown on groups suspected of promoting LGBTQ rights in Kano. This comes amidst growing tension over the activities of groups allegedly advocating for same-sex marriage in the state.
According to the Commissioner for Information, Baba Dantiye, the activities of the group known as “WISE” or “Women Initiative for Sustainable Empowerment and Equality” are seen as a complete violation of the state’s moral standards and a breach of Shari’ah law.
The state government has made it clear that it will not accept any agreement that promotes the activities of gays and lesbians, as it goes against the norms and values of the people of Kano. The majority of the population in Kano are Muslims, and their religion condemns such practices as immoral.
The government has received concerns from citizens regarding the promotion of LGBTQ activities in the state, and the governor has instructed the Hisbah to investigate and take action against these groups. Legal action will be taken as deemed appropriate.
Consultations are also ongoing with religious leaders on how to effectively curb such activities in the state. The government is committed to upholding the moral standards and religious values of the people of Kano.
The NGO known as WISE, which allegedly advocates for lesbian, bisexual, and queer rights, is said to be the successor organization to Women Action for Gender Equality.
In conclusion, the Kano State government is taking decisive action to address the promotion of LGBTQ rights in the state. The governor’s directive to the Hisbah Board demonstrates the government’s commitment to upholding the moral and religious values of the people of Kano. The government will continue to work with religious leaders and take legal action to curb these activities and ensure that they do not go against the norms and values of the state.
