In response to growing concerns about the influence of certain films on youth behavior, the Kano State Government has imposed a ban on films portraying hoodlums and cross-dressing.
The decision, announced by the Executive Secretary of the Kano State Censorship Board, Abba El-Mustapha, comes after deliberations with stakeholders from the Kannywood industry.
However, the ban, effective immediately, aims to curb the production of films that may promote criminal activities and deviant behaviors among young people. El-Mustapha emphasized the importance of public cooperation in reporting films or publications that violate the law to the censorship board.
A one-month deadline has been set for all productions containing content related to hooliganism and transvestism to comply with the ban. This regulatory move reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that film content aligns with societal values and norms.
Meanwhile, amidst calls for the arrest of popular cross-dresser, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, also known as Bobrisky, the Nigeria Police Force clarified that cross-dressing is not illegal in Nigeria.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Ademola, stated that there is no law against cross-dressing in the country and refuted claims linking cross-dressers to the LGBTQ+ community.
The decision by the Kano State Government underscores ongoing efforts to regulate media content and uphold social norms, while also highlighting the complex legal landscape surrounding issues of gender expression in Nigeria.
