Ramadan: Hisbah Issues Crucial Warning to Non-Muslims in Kano, Details Emerge

• A directive has been issued to non-Muslims in Kano state by the state’s Hisbah Board about the ongoing Ramadan
• The Hisbah Board director-general, Abba Sai’Idu, appealed to non-Muslims in the state to avoid eating in public
• This directive aims to maintain decorum and prevent Muslims from being tempted by the ongoing fasting

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The Kano State Hisbah Board has urged non-Muslim residents who are not fasting during this period to refrain from openly eating or engaging in activities that may disrespect the Islamic faith or tempt those who are fasting.

Abba Sai’Idu, the Director-General of the Board, mentioned that the enforcement team is conducting more frequent patrols in the city to apprehend any Muslims participating in activities contrary to Islamic customs during the Holy month.

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Food sellers in Kano State are closed during daylight hours due to fasting, with most of their usual customers abstaining from eating.

However, areas with a Christian majority, such as Sabon Gari, Bompai, and Jaba, still have active food vendors.

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