Katsina Hisbah Board Bans Girls from Night Hawking After 10pm
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has implemented a new measure aimed at safeguarding the wellbeing of girls in the state. Beginning from now, girls are prohibited from engaging in night hawking activities after 10pm daily. The decision comes in a bid to safeguard them from potential abuse and other social risks associated with late-night street trading.
According to the Katsina State Hisbah Board, the ban is intended to ensure the safety and protection of young girls who engage in night trading. The board believes that by limiting their hours of operation, girls can avoid potential dangers and social risks that may arise during the night.
Background on Katsina State and Hisbah Board
- Katsina State is located in northern Nigeria and is the country's 14th most populous state.
- The Hisbah Board is a religious enforcement agency responsible for ensuring adherence to Islamic values and promoting moral standards in the state.
Impact of Night Hawking Ban
The new measure has sparked mixed reactions from the public. Some residents applaud the move, citing concerns for the girls' safety, while others argue that the ban may impede their livelihoods.
A resident of Katsina, Mrs. Amina Ali, expressed her support for the ban, stating, "I think this is a good decision. It is essential to protect the girls from potential dangers and abuse they might encounter while working late into the night."
However, Mr. Ibrahim Bello, a local businessman, criticized the ban, saying, "This decision will negatively impact the girls' livelihoods, particularly those who rely on night trading to support their families."
Moral Enforcement Agency's Motivation
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has emphasized that their primary concern is the wellbeing and protection of the girls.
Speaking on the ban, the Katsina State Hisbah Board Chairman, Alhaji Muhammadu Dikko, said, "Our main objective is to ensure the safety and protection of the girls involved in night trading. By limiting their working hours, we aim to prevent potential risks and abuse they might face while working late into the night."
The board has also assured that alternative means of income generation will be explored to assist these girls, demonstrating their commitment to finding solutions that balance the need for safety with the girls' livelihoods.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>