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- Sep 27, 2026, 09:59 PMThe Jigawa State Hisbah Corps has arrested eight people over allegations of same-sex acts following a complaint from a resident of Kazaure town. The case reportedly began after the complainant informed authorities that he had allegedly engaged in same-sex acts with nine individuals on different occasions.
According to Hisbah spokesperson Dauda Muhammad Hadejia, the complainant resides in the Kanti area of Kazaure. He reportedly told officials that he later tested positive for HIV and attributed the infection to the alleged encounters. However, the reported connection between the alleged acts and the HIV diagnosis remains an allegation and would require medical and legal evidence to establish.
Following the complaint, Hisbah operatives reportedly launched an investigation and began searching for the nine individuals named by the complainant. The investigation resulted in the arrest of eight suspects, according to the authorities and reports on the incident.
The development has attracted attention because Hisbah authorities in parts of northern Nigeria regularly address conduct they consider contrary to Islamic teachings and applicable state laws. The precise legal circumstances surrounding the latest case, including any potential charges, are expected to become clearer as the investigation progresses.
Dr Hussain Yusuf Baban, Deputy Commander-General of the Jigawa State Hisbah Corps, urged parents to pay greater attention to the upbringing of their children. He also encouraged members of the public to remain conscious of their actions and to fear God.
The Jigawa case follows previous incidents in which Hisbah authorities in northern Nigeria investigated allegations involving same-sex acts. In 2020, Hisbah officials in Dutse reportedly arrested two men following a dispute connected to an alleged same-sex encounter, before the suspects were handed over to police for further investigation.
The latest incident involves eight suspects, according to reports attributed to Daily Trust. The authorities are expected to continue investigating the allegations and determine the appropriate legal steps. Until the investigation or court proceedings establish the facts, the accusations against the suspects remain allegations rather than proven findings.
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According to Hisbah spokesperson Dauda Muhammad Hadejia, the complainant resides in the Kanti area of Kazaure. He reportedly told officials that he later tested positive for HIV and attributed the infection to the alleged encounters. However, the reported connection between the alleged acts and the HIV diagnosis remains an allegation and would require medical and legal evidence to establish.
Following the complaint, Hisbah operatives reportedly launched an investigation and began searching for the nine individuals named by the complainant. The investigation resulted in the arrest of eight suspects, according to the authorities and reports on the incident.
The development has attracted attention because Hisbah authorities in parts of northern Nigeria regularly address conduct they consider contrary to Islamic teachings and applicable state laws. The precise legal circumstances surrounding the latest case, including any potential charges, are expected to become clearer as the investigation progresses.
Dr Hussain Yusuf Baban, Deputy Commander-General of the Jigawa State Hisbah Corps, urged parents to pay greater attention to the upbringing of their children. He also encouraged members of the public to remain conscious of their actions and to fear God.
The Jigawa case follows previous incidents in which Hisbah authorities in northern Nigeria investigated allegations involving same-sex acts. In 2020, Hisbah officials in Dutse reportedly arrested two men following a dispute connected to an alleged same-sex encounter, before the suspects were handed over to police for further investigation.
The latest incident involves eight suspects, according to reports attributed to Daily Trust. The authorities are expected to continue investigating the allegations and determine the appropriate legal steps. Until the investigation or court proceedings establish the facts, the accusations against the suspects remain allegations rather than proven findings.
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