The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended two Kannywood actors, Amina Uba Hassan and Adam Garba, over the alleged release of what authorities described as an immoral video.
Key Highlights:
- The Kano State Censorship Board suspended two Kannywood actors, Amina Uba Hassan and Adam Garba, over an alleged immoral viral video.
- Both actors are banned from participating in film production in Kano State for one year.
- Filmmakers and industry stakeholders were warned not to work with them during the suspension period.
- The board said the action was taken to protect societal values and maintain the reputation of Kannywood.
- Authorities warned that violating the suspension order could lead to legal consequences, including court action.
The board announced that both actors have been barred from participating in all filming activities within Kano State for one year after allegedly violating the state’s censorship regulations.
Executive Secretary of the board, Abba El-Mustapha, said the disciplinary action became necessary to protect societal values and preserve the reputation of the Kannywood industry.
In a statement issued by the board’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman on Sunday, filmmakers, producers, directors and other stakeholders were warned against working with the suspended actors during the sanction period.
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The board also cautioned that any violation of the suspension order could result in serious legal consequences, including court action.
According to the statement, the controversial video allegedly sparked tension and outrage in several communities across Kano State, prompting swift intervention from the censorship authorities.
The board further reiterated that it has the legal authority to sanction actors and actresses found guilty of breaching censorship laws within the state.
Authorities also urged stakeholders in the Kannywood industry to avoid actions capable of damaging the image and public reputation of the Hausa-language film sector.
