The Katsina State Hisbah Board, on Thursday, destroyed more than 120 cartons of seized alcoholic drinks in Funtua as part of its ongoing enforcement operations against items considered contrary to Islamic teachings.
The exercise was led by the Commander of the Hisbah Board in Dandume Local Government Area, D.C. Bashir Lawal Balarabe, alongside officials from the Funtua zone. The State Commander-General, Sheikh Malam Aminu Usman (Abu-Ammar), PhD, was also present to supervise the operation.
Officials said the alcohol was confiscated during routine patrols aimed at curbing the consumption, distribution and trafficking of intoxicants prohibited under Islamic law. They described the action as part of efforts to address rising moral concerns in the region.
At the event, Islamic scholars reiterated the Islamic prohibition of alcohol and warned against its negative impact on society.
Speaking after the destruction, the Commander-General said the board has intensified its campaign against alcohol-related activities following the re-establishment of the Hisbah by Governor Dikko Radda.
He commended the governor for strengthening the institution to address moral and social challenges in the state.
The event was attended by senior Hisbah officials from the Funtua zone and Islamic scholars from various parts of the region.
