Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has signed the state Hisbah Board Bill into law, establishing the Hisbah Board as a statutory body to bring greater social order and moral discipline in the state.
This development comes days after the state House of Assembly passed the bill at its plenary session, aimed at supporting the activities of the Jigawa State Hisbah Board across the state.
Speaking shortly after signing the bill into law, at a mini ceremony held on Tuesday at the Council Chamber, Government House, Dutse, the state capital, during the weekly State Executive Council Meeting, Namadi described the occasion as a remarkable achievement, marking the culmination of over eight months of legislative and administrative effort.
“Today, we have signed into law the Hisbah Bill, which establishes the Hisbah Board as an official institution in Jigawa State,” he said.
The governor added that “This is a process that began seven to eight months ago, and today, by the grace of Allah, we have concluded it.”
Namadi expressed hope that the Hisbah Board’s operations would bring greater social order and moral discipline to the state.
He urged Hisba personnel to conduct their duties with the fear of God, fairness, and dedication.
The governor also commended the Hisbah Board Establishment Committee members for their commitment, hard work, and sacrifice in diligently carrying out their mandate.
“Their efforts have been instrumental in bringing the bill to fruition,” he noted.
