Katsina State Moral Police Cracks Down on Intoxicants
Katsina, Nigeria — The Katsina State Hisbah Board has destroyed a massive haul of alcohol and illicit substances, valued at around ₦60 million, in its crackdown on immorality.
Hisbah Commander, Dr. Aminu Usman, told reporters that the items were seized in Funtua Local Government Area and included:
- 1,750 crates of various alcoholic drinks
- 33 jerry cans of locally brewed beer
⚠️ Why They Did It
- The destruction was part of Hisbah’s mandate to enforce moral standards in Katsina State.
- Dr. Usman emphasized that the operation reflects the board’s commitment to curbing vice and promoting discipline, particularly among youth.
- He also sought more support from religious and community leaders, calling on them to help expose places where such immoral activities occur.
🏛️ Support from the State Government
- Hisbah praised Governor Dikko Radda for backing its efforts to rid the state of illicit alcohol.
- The Commander appealed to parents, teachers, and local leaders to educate young people and instill “good morals.”
📌 Context & Related Actions
- This is not the first time Hisbah in Katsina is cracking down on alcohol: earlier, they seized 142 cartons of alcohol during a patrol.
- In a separate operation, they destroyed 850 bottles of alcoholic drinks in Kankara LGA.
- The board has also banned nightclubs across the state to curb “immoral practices,” according to a 2025 statement by Dr. Usman.
🔎 What to Watch
- Whether this level of enforcement by Hisbah will reduce alcohol-related crimes, especially in rural areas.
- How much community support Hisbah will continue to get — particularly from youth and local authorities.
- If there will be regular public displays of such destruction or a shift to more preventive measures.
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