Islamic police in Nigeria’s Kano state nabbed 11 Muslims for eating during Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. Kano, a mostly Muslim region, practices Sharia alongside regular law.
The police, known as Hisbah, routinely patrol eateries and markets during Ramadan. Those arrested, including one woman, were released after promising not to skip fasting again.
Hisbah clarified they don’t target non-Muslims but keep an eye on food sellers catering to Muslims. Sharia was introduced in Nigeria’s northern states 20 years ago, and Ramadan holds special importance in Islam, being the month of Quran’s revelation.
Fasting is a crucial Islamic practice observed daily during daylight hours. Ramadan lasts around 30 days, starting in March and ending in April this year.
This simplified explanation draws from BBC’s report, illuminating the intersection of religion, law, and culture in Nigeria’s Ramadan observance.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68552431