Nigeria, Sept. 12 -- Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has taken a significant step by approving a bill aimed at prohibiting same-sex marriage and what he terms "immoral practices" in the state.
This decision came during the 31st State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House Annex in Kwankwasiyya City, according to a statement from his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
Governor Yusuf has firmly stated that his administration will uphold Islamic values and protect the cultural heritage of Kano.
He pointed out that the legislation specifically addresses same-sex marriage and local traditions known as 'Madugo' and 'Liwadi,' which he affirmed are considered forbidden in the region.
"Under no circumstance will we a...