Tuesday, July 28, 2026 -The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has announced a ban on a number of practices associated with weddings and other social gatherings in the state, arguing that the practices are contrary to Islamic teachings and societal morals.
Speaking to newsmen on Monday, July 27, the Commander of the
Sokoto State Hisbah Board, Malam Usman Abdullahi Jatau, said the ban, which
takes immediate effect, covers the practice popularly known as “Na Gani In So”,
a marriage introduction custom in which a suitor presents assorted gift items
such as cartons of soft drinks, bottled water, biscuits, sweets and kola nuts
to the prospective bride’s family as well as DJ and Wazigidi music at
ceremonies.
The board also prohibited the mounting of loudspeakers and
excessive sound systems on tricycles (Keke Napep), women sitting beside
tricycle riders, mixed-gender gatherings for entertainment, what it described
as indecent hairstyles for children and youths, excessive spending on bridal
gifts (lefe), and other practices it considers contrary to the Sunnah of
Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Jatau said the measures were introduced to promote morality
and preserve the state’s religious and cultural values.
“We declare
that these innovations (bid’ah), which are contrary to the Sunnah of the
Prophet Muhammad (SAW), have negative consequences for any marriage conducted
in such a manner because it departs from the teachings of the Prophet,” he
said.
Jatau called on parents, intending couples and members of
both families to fear Allah and avoid practices prohibited by the board.
“We call on
the families of both the bride and groom, as well as parents, to fear Allah and
desist from these practices. The board will carry out its responsibilities
whenever these prohibited practices are taking place, especially when we are
called upon to intervene,” he said
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