The Kano State Government has earmarked N2.5 billion in its 2025 fiscal budget to sponsor a mass wedding for no fewer than 2,000 couples across the state.
The initiative, according to the government, is part of efforts to promote social welfare, strengthen family values, and curb social vices among residents.
Making this known, the Deputy Commander-General of the Hisba Board, Sheikh Mujahid Aminudeen, said arrangements were underway to ensure the smooth execution of the programme.
He explained that the mass wedding is designed to assist vulnerable women, including widows, divorcees, and spinsters, while also reducing the financial strain on low-income couples who wish to marry.
According to him, “This program aims to address social challenges in our communities by promoting marriage among those who are ready but lack the financial means. It will also help reduce immoral behaviour and promote strong family values.”
Sheikh Aminudeen also noted that, as “part of the pre-wedding requirements, all intending couples are to register with the Hisba Board and undergo mandatory medical screening.”
He said the tests “will include checks for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, drug use, and genotype compatibility to ensure the health and safety of all participants.”
The Deputy Commander-General further revealed that the Hisba Board would soon release guidelines and registration dates for interested participants once the full logistics and funding arrangements are finalised.
It would be recalled that the Kano State Government had earlier disclosed that the N2.5 billion allocation for the mass wedding was part of its commitment to enhancing the welfare of citizens and promoting moral discipline.
