The Kano State Censorship Board has directed the immediate suspension of operations at all entertainment centres across the state, including event centres, popularly known as gala houses, and Disc Jockeys (DJs), ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.
The board’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, announced the directive in a statement issued on Tuesday.
According to the statement, the closure takes effect from 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and will remain in force until the end of the Ramadan fasting period.
“Effective from Wednesday, 18 February 2026, all such venues (entertainment centres) will remain closed until the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The directive will take effect from 10:00 p.m. on that day (today, Wednesday),” the statement read.
The board explained that the decision was taken to enable residents of Kano State to observe the Ramadan fast and conduct their religious activities in a peaceful and undisturbed atmosphere.
It further noted that the date for reopening the affected centres, particularly in relation to the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, would be announced at the appropriate time.
“The closure will remain in force throughout the fasting period, while the date for reopening, particularly during the Eid celebrations, will be announced at the appropriate time,” the statement added.
The board urged all stakeholders, including entertainment centre operators and DJs, to comply fully with the directive in line with the law establishing the agency, stressing the importance of cooperation to ensure a smooth and spiritually focused Ramadan period across the state.
