Kano enforces ban on mobile movie downloads, sharing

The Kano State Hisbah Board has prohibited the downloading and distribution of movies through mobile phones across the state, saying the measure is intended to uphold public morality and protect the state's religious and cultural values. The directive, which takes effect across all 44 local government areas of Kano State, was announced by the board's Deputy Commander General, Dr. Mujahid Aminuddeen.

According to the board, the decision followed reports that some operators involved in the mobile movie business were distributing pornographic and other materials considered inappropriate under the state's moral and religious standards. To ensure compliance, Hisbah said enforcement teams have been deployed to monitor activities through routine patrols and inspections across the state. The board warned that individuals or businesses found violating the directive would be prosecuted in line with applicable laws in Kano State. Aminuddeen urged those affected by the ban to explore other legitimate means of earning a livelihood, stressing that the objective of the policy is to reduce young people's exposure to harmful content and strengthen societal values. He added that the increasing spread of indecent films and videos has contributed to what the board described as a decline in moral standards among some youths, making stronger regulatory measures necessary. The Kano State Hisbah Board, which oversees the enforcement of Sharia-related regulations in the state, has over the years introduced a number of policies aimed at promoting Islamic principles and preserving public decency.

The latest directive forms part of the board's ongoing efforts to regulate activities and content it considers inconsistent with the state's religious and cultural values.

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