Kano parents who sued young couple for marrying secretly agree to new Islamic wedding

In a dramatic turn of events in Kano, the families of the young couple who recently conducted a secret wedding without parental consent have now agreed to a new, formal ceremony in line with Islamic teachings.

The breakthrough came after Fatima’s father authorized the local commander of the Hisbah Board in Kano Municipal to act as her guardian (waliyyi) for the renewed marriage process.

This decision followed an initiative by residents of Yakasai — the community where the initial incident took place — who came together to raise the bride price of ₦150,000.

The funds were deposited into the official account of the Hisbah Board, which will now oversee and officiate the new marriage in accordance with Islamic rites.

Yusif Garba, a key figure in coordinating the bride price collection, said the community felt compelled to support the young couple, who had acted out of naivety. He emphasized the importance of guiding such youths rather than condemning them.

Confirming the development, Ustaz Hamidan Tanko Alasaka, the chief Hisbah commander for Kano Municipal, said preparations are now underway for the new wedding.

He affirmed that the bride price of ₦150,000 has been paid in full and that the wedding will be conducted soon, this time with full compliance with religious and cultural expectations.

DAILY POST had earlier report on how the Hisbah board dissolved the 22-year groom and 16-year-old bride after friends officiated their wedding without their parents’ consent.

Kano parents who sued young couple for marrying secretly agree to new Islamic wedding