Operatives of the Kano State Hisbah Board have made a significant interception, seizing a consignment of alcoholic beverages allegedly transported from Lagos. The incident underscores the ongoing enforcement of the state's religious laws.
Operation Based on Credible Intelligence
The interception was carried out on Monday, December 15, 2025, following specific intelligence reports received by the board. Officials were alerted that the prohibited goods were en route from Lagos to Kano.
Acting swiftly on this tip-off, personnel from the Fagge patrol command located and stopped the suspected vehicle. Their operation led to the successful confiscation of the illicit shipment.
Details of the Seizure and Arrest
Deputy Commander General of the Hisbah Board, Mujahideen Aminuddeen, who confirmed the operation in a statement on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, provided further details. Investigations revealed that the consignment was sent by a woman based in Lagos and was destined for Kano.
During the operation, the authorities recovered approximately 13 packs containing assorted alcoholic drinks. The driver of the vehicle was immediately taken into custody to aid the investigation.
"The driver of the vehicle has been arrested to assist ongoing investigations, while efforts are underway to apprehend the woman who allegedly sent the alcohol," Aminuddeen stated.
Appeal for Continued Public Vigilance
In his statement, the deputy commander-general emphasized the critical role played by community members in upholding social norms. He urged the public to maintain their cooperation by reporting any activities that contravene accepted standards or the provisions of Islamic law.
He stressed that public support remains indispensable for the effective operation of Hisbah personnel across the state. This incident highlights the continuous efforts to prevent the inflow of banned substances into Kano, a state that operates under Sharia law.
