The Kano State Government on Monday, 15 June, 2026 announced that it has concluded plans to spend N1.5 billion for the mass wedding ceremony of 1,500 couples across the state, just as it also added that ceremony is being handled by the Hisbah Board of the state, reports thegazellenews.com.
The Commander-General of Kano Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, who made this disclosure while addressing newsmen in kano on Monday, 15 June, 2026, also confirmed that preparations for the mass wedding ceremony have entered the final stage.
According to Daurawa, the initiative remains one of Kano state government’s flagship on social intervention programmes, designed to support low-income families, promote stable marriages and strengthen family values in the state.
The board commander added that the programme reflects the commitment of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration to supporting marriage institutions and enhancing social welfare across the state.
“All prospective couples are currently undergoing mandatory medical screening, including tests for HIV, hepatitis, genotype compatibility and pregnancy, among other health assessments, to ensure healthy and successful unions,” Daurawa said.
He further stated that each couple would receive a support package worth N1 million, covering essential household items such as beds, mattresses, bed sheets, pillows, cupboards and food supplies.
In addition, according to him, each bride will be provided with N100,000 as start-up capital to support small-scale businesses, while each groom will receive N100,000 to assist with the payment of marriage dowries.
“Mass wedding is one of the promises made to the people by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, and he has now fulfilled it.
“He has provided the sum of N1.5 billion for 1,500 beneficiaries. The support package includes furniture, food items and empowerment assistance aimed at helping couples begin married life on a solid foundation,” Daurawa said.
The board boss also announced a new guideline for beneficiaries of the programme, stating that couples would be required to seek mediation through the Hisbah Board before initiating divorce proceedings.
While underscoring the importance of genotype screening before marriage, warning that incompatibility could lead to children being born with sickle cell disorder, Daurawa noted that all arrangements for the mass wedding ceremony have been concluded.
The board commander also added that the Hisbah Board is awaiting Governor Yusuf’s official announcement of the event date.
