The Kano State Hisbah Board arrests 20 men and women for bathing together in Kano, sparking controversy over moral policing and religious freedoms. Critics question the legality and necessity of such actions, while supporters emphasize adherence to religious laws. The incident raises concerns about privacy and individual rights in the region.
The Kano State Hisbah Board has apprehended 20 men and women for bathing together in a leisure center, citing violations of Islamic law. The incident occurred during the early hours of Wednesday at a location in Laraba Abasawa community, leading to injuries among worshippers.
Eyewitnesses recount chaos as the assailant set the building ablaze, trapping worshippers inside. The arrests spark debate over moral policing and religious freedoms in Nigeria. Residents express concerns over the legality and necessity of such actions, while Hisbah officials defend their enforcement of Islamic law.
The incident adds to previous controversies surrounding Hisbah operations, including arrests during Ramadan for eating during daylight hours. The Kano State Police Command has yet to comment on the incident.
