Kano's Islamic police arrest Nigerian Muslims for eating in public during Ramadan

A total of 25 people are arrested for either not fasting or selling food during the fasting month.

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The deputy commander of the Hisbah, Mujahid Aminudeen, told the BBC that 20 people had been arrested for not fasting and five for selling food, and that the operations would continue throughout the month, which began on Saturday.

"It is important to note that we don't concern ourselves with non-Muslims," he said.

Mr Aminudeen said any "disrespect" for Ramadan would not be condoned.

"It's heart-breaking that in such a holy month meant for fasting, adult Muslims would be seen eating and drinking publicly. We won't condone that and that's why we went out to make arrests," he said.

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