Kano Youths Protest Immediate Shisha Ban: Livelihoods at Stake

Kano youths protested the immediate ban on shisha by the state Shariah Commission, expressing frustration as it affects their livelihood. The Commission cited concerns over rising drug abuse and health implications for the prohibition.

The ban sparked anger among the youth, who viewed it as an overreach affecting a popular social activity. The decision was defended by a senior official from the Commission as a necessary step to curb substance abuse and protect public health.

The protest highlighted economic anxieties among the youth, fearing job losses in the shisha lounge sector. The ban also aimed to shield the youth from addiction risks associated with substance abuse.