Kano Community Bans Boyfriend-Girlfriend Nighttime Meetings, Mentions Reasons
- Sharada community in Kano prohibits boyfriend-girlfriend meetings after 10 p.m, part of 29 new bylaws to curb crime and immoral activities
- Community leaders, and elders support the rules for security and morality, while some youths criticize them as unfair restrictions on movement
- Kano Municipal LG Chairman Salim Hashim endorses the laws, pledging enforcement support to improve community safety
The Sharada community in Kano State has banned boyfriend-girlfriend meetings beyond 10 p.m. as part of sweeping new security measures.
The village head, Alhaji Iliyasu Muazu Sharada, announced the restriction alongside 28 other bylaws following consultations with ward heads, and community elders.
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“The regulations also prohibit lovers from meeting in tinted vehicles, and ban horse riding during wedding celebrations.”
“Additionally, house agents, and lawyers must now obtain the village head's approval before renting out properties,” the village head added.
Community says law made due to security concerns
Community elders say these are practices that have been exploited by criminals, and there is need for a move aimed at tracking their activities.
Alhaji Abdullahi Bello, a community member, say these laws if implemented will reduce criminal and immoral activities in the area.
“We have, many times arrested men who park with tinted windows, pretending to be with girlfriends while actually they are there doing something immoral or criminal.”
“The rate at which our young girls are now lured into indecent behaviors, I believe these laws will help us separate genuine couples from criminals,” he explained.
Findings by Legit.ng shows that, this decision follows growing security challenges in Sharada, an area mixing residential and industrial zones.
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Residents’ reports also show some cases last year where criminals used late night meetings or tinted cars as cover for robberies, and sexual harassment.
Alhaji Sharada explained that the measures aim to curb crime and uphold moral values.
“These laws are necessary to maintain peace, and security in our community. We cannot allow activities that could lead to immorality or criminal behavior. This is a good step to protect our youth from bad influences. Night meetings often lead to trouble,” he said.
Resident disagrees with elders' move
However, university student Aisha Yusuf disagreed, arguing that not everyone has bad intentions.
“The government should focus on providing jobs instead of restricting movement. Not every meeting is immoral. This feels like targeting youths. What about married couples or people in legitimate relationships?” She questioned.
In his reaction, the Executive Chairman of Kano Municipal Local Government, Salim Hashim, praised the laws, stating that they would enhance security.
“We commend the Sharada palace for this initiative, and urge full compliance. Our administration will support enforcement," he said
Man arrested for lewd act
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that a 24-year-old man, Shamsu Yakubu, was arrested by Kano Hisbah after a viral video showed him engaging in an obscene act with a she-goat.
The suspect claimed the act was staged to gain social media attention, though he denied actual contact with the animal.
Hisbah officials condemned the act and ordered mental and drug evaluations, warning against eroding Islamic and moral values for online fame.
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