The Jigawa State Hisbah Board has arrested eight individuals over alleged homosexual acts in Kazaure Local Government Area of Jigawa State. According to the Public Relations Officer of the Jigawa State Hisbah Board, Dauda Hadejia, the arrests were made following a complaint lodged by a 22-year-old man from the Kanti area of Kazaure town. The complainant alleged that nine individuals had engaged in homosexual acts with him on different occasions.
The complainant claimed that he later contracted HIV, which he attributed to the alleged acts. He appealed to the Hisbah authorities to seek justice over what he described as deception and actions that negatively affected his life. Hisbah operatives launched an investigation and began searching for the nine individuals mentioned by the complainant. Eight suspects have been arrested, while efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining suspect.
During preliminary investigations, the eight arrested suspects reportedly admitted to having engaged in the act with the complainant. The Hisbah Corps has compiled relevant information and evidence for presentation before the court. The suspects' admissions and the evidence collected will likely be used as key pieces of evidence in their trial.
The Deputy Commander-General of the Jigawa State Hisbah Board, Dr Hussain Baban, has advised parents to be more vigilant about their children's upbringing. He urged parents to pay greater attention to the upbringing of their children and monitor the people they associate with. This advice comes as part of a broader effort to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Dr. Baban also called on members of the public to fear God and remain mindful of the consequences of their actions. Hisbah's efforts to address the issue are supported by the Jigawa State Government, which has been providing cooperation and support to the Hisbah Board in carrying out its responsibilities. The government has expressed its commitment to working with Hisbah to maintain public order.
The investigation into the alleged homosexual acts is still ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation. The Hisbah Corps is working to ensure that all relevant evidence is collected and that the suspects are brought to justice. The case has garnered significant attention in the region.
The Jigawa State Hisbah Board has expressed appreciation to the Jigawa State Government for its support and cooperation. The Board will continue to work with the government to address issues related to public morality and order. The arrest of the eight individuals is a significant step in this effort, and the Board is committed to seeing the case through to its conclusion.
Key points
- Eight persons arrested in Jigawa State for alleged homosexual acts.
- The arrests were made following a complaint by a 22-year-old man.
- The suspects will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.
