Gov. Yusuf Orders Crackdown on Groups Promoting LGBT Rights in Kano

By Salisu Hamisu Ali

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has instructed the Hisbah Board to crack down on groups suspected of promoting and advocating for LGBTQ rights in Kano, citing a breach of the state’s moral standards.

The governor’s directive comes amid rising tensions over the activities of groups allegedly promoting same-sex marriage in the state.

Kano State Commissioner for Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, revealed this to newsmen on Sunday in Kano, while addressing concerns about an alleged agreement by the Federal Government related to LGBTQ rights.

According to the commissioner, the state government will not accept any agreement that promotes the activities of gays and lesbians, as it contravenes the norms and values of the people of Kano.

“I spoke with the governor, and he expressed his disapproval of the said agreement, even though it has not yet been confirmed. He assured that there is no room for LGBT activities in Kano,” Dantiye said.

“As you know, 98% of Kano’s population are Muslims by faith, and our religion is against this immorality, so we can’t accept it.”

Regarding allegations of groups promoting LGBT activities in the state, the commissioner stated that the government has received citizens’ concerns and the governor has ordered Hisbah to investigate and take action against these groups.

“We also discussed this with the governor, and he directed Hisbah to investigate and crack down on them. We will take legal action as appropriate.”

Dantiye also mentioned ongoing consultations with religious leaders on how to curb such activities in the state.