Kebbi Morality Police Release Two Females Held for Improper Attire

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The Kebbi Hisbah Board has released two women arrested for alleged indecent dressing in the Badariya area of Birnin Kebbi, after counselling them on the importance of modesty.

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The Director of the Board, Surajo Usman, confirmed this in a statement issued to the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Birnin Kebbi.

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Usman said the board received complaints on Friday, May 8, from Badariya residents about women allegedly dressing inappropriately while staying in a house in the area.

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“According to the residents, the women sometimes came outside the house in such attire, which raised concern in the community,” he said.

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He said Hisbah officers were deployed to investigate the report and verify the allegations, adding that during the operation, two women suspected of involvement were arrested.

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“During interrogation, the women admitted to the incident but said they had no malicious intent.

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“They explained that extreme heat had prompted them to wear the clothing for relief and ventilation,” he said.

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Usman added that the women expressed remorse and pledged not to repeat the act.

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“The Hisbah board counselled them on upholding morality, modesty, and respect for religious and community values, including wearing decent clothing even at home,” he said.

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The women were released and advised to conduct themselves decently going forward.

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Usman urged the public to promote good moral conduct and cooperate with authorities to maintain peace and moral discipline in the community.

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