- The Hisbah board warned that non-compliance will not be tolerated.
- The board’s commander-general, Malam Aminu Usman, emphasized that non-compliance with this directive would not be tolerated.
The Katsina State Hisbah Board, responsible for enforcing Sharia law in accordance with Islamic principles, has instructed all private schools across the state to cease operations for the duration of the holy month of Ramadan.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the board’s commander-general, Malam Aminu Usman, emphasized that non-compliance with this directive would not be tolerated.
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In a statement released on Thursday, Usman explained that the decision aligns with the state government’s directive and aims to allow students to fully observe the Muslim fasting period.
He urged school proprietors to strictly adhere to the guidelines, ensuring that educational institutions remain closed throughout Ramadan.
“The directives include extra lessons please,” the statement added.
