Katsina Hisbah Board Destroys 120 Cartons of Alcohol in Funtua, Declaring It UnlawfulThe Katsina State Hisbah Board recently seized and destroyed 120 cartons of alcoholic beverages in Funtua Local Government Area, reinforcing its commitment to enforcing Islamic law and public morality. The destruction operation, valued at approximately N60 million, included various types of alcohol and illicit drugs confiscated during enforcement actions targeting unlawful possession, distribution, and consumption within the state.Led by the Hisbah Commander in Dandume LGA, D.C. Bashir Lawal Balarabe, and supervised by the State Commander-General, Sheikh Malam Aminu Usman, the operation underscores the board’s ongoing efforts to combat moral decadence linked to intoxicants. The Katsina State government, under Governor Dikko Radda, supports stringent enforcement of Sharia provisions which prohibit alcohol use.Katsina State law prescribes severe penalties for alcohol-related offenses, including fines, imprisonment, and corporal punishment—primarily lashes—for Muslims found guilty of consuming or trafficking alcohol. The Hisbah Board's actions reflect these legal safeguards aimed at maintaining societal order and adherence to Islamic teachings.This latest crackdown is part of broader efforts by the Katsina State Hisbah Board to deter alcohol-related crimes and uphold Islamic principles, contributing to peace and good morality in the region.Key light terms for visibility include: Katsina Hisbah Board alcohol destruction, Katsina alcohol crackdown, illegal alcohol seized Katsina, Hisbah enforcement Katsina, and Katsina Sharia alcohol penalties.This light-optimized news summary highlights the event, legal context, and key stakeholders, ensuring maximal reach and engagement on this significant moral enforcement update in Katsina State.