Governor Yusuf approves anti‑same‑sex bill in Kano, declaring same‑sex marriage forbidden and promising strict penalties for offenders
Governor Yusuf approves anti‑same‑sex bill for transmission to the Kano State House of Assembly, the governor has announced, aiming to outlaw same‑sex marriage and practices considered immoral under local religious and cultural norms.
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In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf gave the approval during the 31st Executive Council meeting at Government House Annex, Kwankwasiyya City.
Yusuf asserted that his administration would not compromise on the teachings of Islam and Kano’s cultural heritage. He stated that the proposed bill seeks to prohibit same‑sex marriage as well as practices known locally as “Madugo” and “Liwadi,” which the government considers 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 declared.
Once passed by the State Assembly, offenders engaging in or promoting same‑sex marriage and related practices would face strict legal consequences, as outlined in the bill.
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Yusuf expressed confidence that lawmakers will treat the bill with urgency, emphasising its importance to the moral and social wellbeing of Kano State.
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