Hisbah Boss Breaks Silence: “I Don’t Support Abuse”—Denies Assault Allegation, Blames Media for Misinformation

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By Abdullahi Inuwa 

The Commander-General of the Katsina State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Dr. Aminu Usman, popularly known as Abu Ammar, has reacted to the viral allegation involving Hisbah officers and a woman, Asma’u Abba Shaibu, denying claims of brutality while condemning unprofessional conduct.

Speaking to journalists, including a correspondent from Katsina Times, Dr. Abu Ammar did not mince words:
“I am not happy with what was done to her, and I do not support it. If I were there, it would never have happened,” he said, signaling strong disapproval of any excesses by Hisbah personnel.

However, the Commander-General also took a swipe at what he described as “media sensationalism,” stating that much of the narrative surrounding the incident was misrepresented.
“Most journalists do not portray us fairly—they exaggerate,” he claimed.

According to his account, Asma’u had visited the Hisbah office to inquire about her detained siblings but arrived in what was deemed “indecent dressing” by the officers on duty.
“She was asked politely to wear a hijab, but instead, she began hurling insults and even slapped one of the officers,” Abu Ammar explained.
“Naturally, that provoked a reaction, but contrary to what’s been reported, she walked out of the premises herself. There was no broken leg. As for the ear injury, that’s still under medical examination.”

He accused the media of ignoring attacks on Hisbah officers while focusing only on their faults.
“When we’re injured in the line of duty, no one reports it. But when we make a mistake, it’s front-page news,” he lamented.

Abu Ammar used the opportunity to reiterate the mission of Hisbah: promoting moral values in accordance with Islamic teachings.
“We don’t operate by personal law. We enforce Allah’s commandments, and everything we do is by divine guidance,” he said, quoting Surat an-Nisa’, verse 34, to back Hisbah’s disciplinary framework.

He also called for unity across Islamic sects to support the Board’s mission.
“Hisbah includes Izala, Darika, Shi’a, and Qur’aniyyun members. We’re here to serve the people of Katsina. Let’s unite for the moral future of our children.”

The incident has sparked concern among human rights advocates, who are calling for a thorough investigation into the alleged abuse of Asma’u Abba Shaibu. Reports had earlier suggested she sustained injuries to her ear and leg, prompting demands for justice.

While investigations continue, the Katsina Hisbah Board remains in the spotlight—walking the tightrope between public morality enforcement and respect for human rights.

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