Kano State Censorship Board (KSCB) has unveiled measures to ensure the forthcoming Sallah celebrations are conducted peacefully, orderly, and lawfully across the state.
In a statement issued by the Board’s public relations officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, on behalf of the Executive Chairman, Abba El-Mustapha, the Board disclosed that it will intensify monitoring of activities at event centres, particularly targeting cases of indecent dressing among youths and the mixing of men and women during festivities, which it described as violations of its regulatory guidelines.
As part of the enforcement strategy, the Board announced it will deploy personnel on major streets in Kano to address tricycle operators, popularly known as Adaidaita Sahu, who display offensive images or inscriptions on their vehicles.
The Board noted that the decision followed numerous complaints from members of the public.
The Executive Secretary of the Board, Abba, further revealed that three special committees have been constituted under the supervision of the Director of Films and Development, Usman Dankwano.
According to him, the committees will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulations throughout the Sallah period.
The Board reiterated that organising Sallah shows, musical events, or operating entertainment centres without prior approval constitutes a violation of its laws. It warned that defaulters would be sanctioned in accordance with existing legal provisions.
Consequently, all event organisers and entertainment centre operators have been directed to obtain official clearance from the Board before hosting any activity during the festive period.
The KSCB expressed appreciation to security agencies and residents of Kano State for their continued cooperation and support.
It also assured the public that its channels remain open for reporting misconduct and pledged swift action on credible information.
