Kano Hisbah Board Arrests TikToker Amani Ishaq for Videos
The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested TikTok creator Amani Ishaq and two other women, Hauwa Khamis and Sa’adatu Muhammad, for social media content considered to violate the state's religious and moral standards. The board's Deputy Commander, Dr Mujahid Aminuddeen, confirmed their arrest in a statement.
The trio appeared before Magistrate Court No. 5, located on Court Road in Kano. However, the statement did not specify the exact charges against them.
The Hisbah Board accused Ishaq of posting dance clips on TikTok that were viewed as incompatible with Islamic teachings and accepted moral upbringing standards. The board did not provide information on whether the women were granted bail or the date for their next court appearance.
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