Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the transmission of a bill to the State House of Assembly seeking to criminalize same-s+x marriage and other practices considered immoral in the state.
The Governor, through his spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, announced the move while presiding over the 31st Executive Council meeting at Government House Annexe in Kwankwasiyya City.
According to Yusuf, once passed into law, offenders found guilty of engaging in or promoting same-s+x marriage or related activities will face strict legal consequences.
He stressed that his administration would not compromise on the values and teachings of Islam, noting that Kano must uphold its cultural and religious heritage. The bill specifically prohibits same-s+x unions and practices locally referred to as Madugo and Liwadi, which the government deems forbidden.
“Under no circumstance will we allow acts that contradict our religion and traditions to take root in Kano. This government is duty-bound to protect the moral integrity of our society,” the Governor said.
Yusuf expressed confidence that lawmakers would treat the bill with urgency, describing it as vital to the moral and social well-being of the state.
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