Katsina Hisbah Bans Girls From Night Hawking After 10pm, Warns Defaulters

The Katsina State Hisbah Board has prohibited girls from engaging in night hawking after 10pm across the state, citing concerns over their safety and exposure to activities considered social vices.

The Commandant General of the board, Sheikh Saifullahi Yakubu Musa, announced the directive on Tuesday during a press briefing at the board’s headquarters.

He explained that the restriction would apply to motor parks, markets and other public places where girls engage in hawking activities.

According to him, reports received by the board indicated that some girls involved in late-night trading were exposed to sexual abuse and other activities considered contrary to Islamic teachings.

“Reports indicate that some of these girls engage in illicit activities, while others are raped and some commit adultery. These practices are against the teachings of Islam, and we will not allow them to continue,” he said.

Sheikh Saifullahi disclosed that Hisbah officers would be deployed to strategic locations, including markets and motor parks, to enforce the restriction.

He also appealed to parents and guardians to take greater responsibility for their children’s welfare by discouraging girls from engaging in hawking late at night.

Beyond the restriction on night hawking, the commandant announced plans to regulate traditional medicine dealers, warning them against using vulgar or offensive language to advertise their products.

He also expressed concern over reports that some brothels had reopened in parts of the state, directing operators to shut down or face legal action.

The Hisbah chief further maintained that the existing prohibition on the sale of alcoholic drinks, particularly beer, remained in force. He warned traders against selling alcohol in public places.

He urged residents to cooperate with the board, stressing that its activities were aimed at promoting Islamic values rather than victimising members of the public.

Sheikh Saifullahi added that the board would carry out its responsibilities within the limits of its enabling law.