The Kano State Hisbah Board has banned the mobile movie downloading business, popularly known as “downloading”, across all 44 local government areas of the state.

The Deputy Commander General of the board, Dr. Mujahid Aminuddeen, who disclosed this to reporters on Thursday, explained that the move is aimed at protecting public morality and promoting Islamic values.

“The Hisbah board has banned downloading and distribution of movies through mobile phones across the 44 local government areas in the state,” he said.

According to him, investigations by the board revealed that some operators distribute films and videos containing indecent and immoral content that contradict Islamic teachings, the state’s cultural values and acceptable moral standards.

He added that some operators also disguise their activities as sharing Islamic sermons and religious lectures while distributing inappropriate materials.

Aminuddeen disclosed that the investigation followed complaints that some operators in the business were circulating pornographic films and other visuals considered offensive to Islamic teachings and the cultural values of the state.

He disclosed that the board had deployed officers to all 44 local government areas to enforce the ban and appealed to residents to cooperate with officials.

“The board has deployed its personnel to monitor compliance through routine patrols and enforcement operations across the state.

“Anyone found violating the directive will face legal action in accordance with the laws of Kano State,” the Deputy Commander said, stressing that the growing rate of moral decadence among the youth is linked to their consumption of indecent films and videos.

He urged those affected by the ban to seek alternative lawful means of earning a living, noting that the measure is intended to protect young people from harmful content and preserve societal values.