Kano State Hisbah Board on Sunday destroyed 1,975,000 bottles of beer worth over N200 million confiscated within the Kano metropolis.
The destruction of the confiscated bottles of beer took place at Kalebawa in Dawakin Tofa local government area by the state’s governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje who was represented by his deputy Dr. Nasiru Gawuna.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Nasiru Gawuna said consumption of alcohol and all other intoxicants can distort the mental capability of a person and it was forbidden in Islam.
He emphasized that consumption of beer has been banned in all parts of the state.
In his remarks, the commander-general of Kano State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Harun Muhammad Ibn Sina, said the board got a court order to destroy the bottles.
Ibn Sina expressed the appreciation of the support given to the board by the state government. He also gave an assurance that the board would not relent in its fight against immoral acts that are destroying society.
In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, Hassan Musa Fagge quoted Ganduje saying that the Hisbah Board was established with the aim of preventing evil social acts in the society.
He explained that as part of his administration’s effort of enhancing the welfare of the Hisbah, before this year 2020 runs out; there would be a salary increase and new uniforms for the security unit.
“My administration is proud of the way you discharge your duties, therefore I wish to urge all stakeholders to continue to give you all the support you need to succeed,” the Governor said.
