The Hisbah Board, Zaria division has arrested 11 persons suspected of committing immoral acts and offences contrary to Islamic teachings.
The Commander of the Board, Malam Muhammad Sani Lawal, disclosed this when he paraded the suspects in Zaria.
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Malam Sani Lawal said among those arrested were young girls, aged 20 years and above, who were arrested consuming intoxicants, while some were found in private rented rooms.
He added that three men were also suspected of having illicit affairs with women and selling intoxicants.
The Commander said the action was taken following numerous complaints received from members of the public and intelligence reports gathered by the Hisbah Board.
Malam Sani Lawal said the Board would counsel and admonish them, but if they are caught again, they would be taken to court.
The Commander advised parents and guardians to fear Allah and take responsibility for their children and wards.
In addition, he advised hotel owners and operators of rented apartments to fear their Creator in conducting business and seeking livelihood, as Allah will question them on the Day of Judgment.
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Malam Sani Lawal stressed that the Hisbah Board would not relent in its efforts to end immoral acts and disobedience to Islamic law.
Some of the suspects admitted committing the offences, while others denied even though they were apprehended in hotel rooms and private rented apartments.