The Kano State Government has banned all live political programmes on radio and television, taking decisive action to preserve public decency and curb the spread of inflammatory rhetoric.
The State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, announced the ban during a meeting with media executives, where he emphasised the need for ethical broadcasting that respects the state’s cultural and religious values.
According to Comrade Waiya, the ban is not an attempt to suppress political opinions, but a strategic effort to prevent the broadcast of inflammatory or defamatory content that could undermine the peace and moral fabric of the state.
“We are not out to gag the media or suppress political opposition,” the Commissioner clarified. “Our concern is to uphold responsible communication that aligns with the cultural and religious sensitivities of Kano State.”
