From Abdullahi Idris, Dutse
Jigawa State governor, Umar Namadi has signed into law, the state Hisbah Board Bill, officially establishing the Hisbah Board.
The governor signed the law on Tuesday at the Government House, Dutse.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by members of the State Executive Council, including the Deputy Governor, Engr Aminu Usman, and members of the House of Assembly led by the Deputy Speaker, Sani Isyaku.
Speaking after appending his signature, Governor 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. This is a process that began seven to eight months ago, and today, by the grace of Allah, we have concluded it,” he said.
The governor prayed for Allah’s continued guidance for the Hisbah Board and expressed hope that its operations would bring greater social order and moral discipline to the state.
He urged the personnel to conduct their duties with the fear of Allah, fairness and dedication.
The governor also commended the Hisbah Board Establishment Committee for their outstanding commitment, hard work and sacrifice in diligently carrying out their mandate.
With the signing of this law, the Hisbah Board is mandated to promote moral guidance, social justice and community well-being in the state.
