The Kano State Sharia Commission has banned the practice known as “attachment”, under which commercial tricycle riders carry female passengers on the sides of their vehicles.
The commission said the practice contravenes Islamic teachings because it involves close physical contact between male riders and female passengers.
The directive was announced by the commission’s Second Commissioner, Sheikh Ali Danabba, during a meeting with leaders of the Tricycle Owners and Riders Association (BOTORA), held to strengthen cooperation and improve order within the state’s commercial tricycle transport sector.
Danabba said commercial tricycle operators must immediately stop carrying female passengers under the “attachment” arrangement.
He stated that the practice is prohibited under Islamic law because it results in unnecessary physical proximity between male riders and female passengers.
According to the commissioner, the meeting also focused on enhancing collaboration between the Sharia Commission and BOTORA in addressing issues affecting the state.
Discussions covered measures to combat child abduction, drug abuse and trafficking, as well as initiatives to promote discipline and responsible conduct among commercial tricycle operators.
Danabba urged riders to comply with the directive and support efforts aimed at promoting moral values, public order and safety across Kano State.
In his response, the chairman of BOTORA pledged the association’s full cooperation with the Sharia Commission in advancing public safety, social order and the overall development of the state.
The meeting was attended by Sheikh Ali Danabba, Commissioner Gwani Dahir Yakasai, senior officials of the Kano State Sharia Commission and members of BOTORA’s leadership.
