Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the transmission of a bill to the State House of Assembly seeking to outlaw same-sex marriage and other immoral practices in the State.
The governor gave the approval during the 31st State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House Annex in Kwankwasiyya City, according to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
Governor Yusuf said his administration would not compromise on Islamic values and the state’s cultural heritage. He explained that the bill specifically targets same-sex marriage and practices locally referred to as ‘Madugo’ and ‘Liwadi’, which he noted were 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.
If passed by the Assembly, the proposed law will impose strict legal consequences on offenders found guilty of engaging in or promoting such practices.
Governor Yusuf expressed confidence that lawmakers would act swiftly on the bill, describing it as vital to safeguarding the moral and social wellbeing of the State.
