Proposed Independent Hisbah Group in Kano Withdrawn and Suspended – Baffa Babba Dan Agundi
By Editor
The move to establish an independent Hisbah group in Kano State has been officially withdrawn and suspended.
This was disclosed in a statement issued and signed by Alhaji Baffa Babba Dan Agundi, who explained that the decision followed a consultative meeting with key stakeholders drawn from the 44 local government areas of Kano State. The meeting was held on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, at the Tinubu Campaign Office.
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According to the statement, the withdrawal and suspension came in response to the widespread public concern and outcry that followed the proposed establishment of the independent Hisbah group. The decision was also influenced by the timely interventions of critical stakeholders, particularly the Kano State Government, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the former Executive Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, all of whom emphasized the need to safeguard peace and stability in the state.
The statement further revealed that the meeting unanimously resolved to suspend the establishment of the proposed Independent Hisbah Fisabilillah to allow the Kano State Government to thoroughly and amicably address the issues surrounding the matter.
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It was also reiterated at the meeting that all parties must continue to respect constituted authority and cooperate fully with security agencies to ensure the maintenance of law and order, as well as the safety and security of Kano State and the country at large.
