Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Indian activist, Jyot Jeet, call on International Human Rights to intervene after 60-Year-Old Alhaji married 11-Year-Old Girl in Sharia-legislated Kano-State, Nigeria.
Jyot Jeet wrote: "An Alhaji Marries an 11-year-old little Girl in Sharia-legislated Kano-State, Nigeria. Alhaji says “she is my choice, I married her because we love each other.” This is clearly “Child Molestation” 😡I call upon all International Human Rights Orgs to intervene & save this lil Girl."
The groom, identified as a local Kano Alhaji, has defended his actions, claiming the marriage was born out of love and mutual consent.
"She is my choice, I married her because we love each other" Alhaji stated.
Nigerians are currently reacting. Reactions below:
Michael: Kano Alhaji who married an 11 year old girl says they both love each other.
The people that are meant to look up to by the youths for inspiration re the ones bringing this shame and disgrace to our country..
Pascal: Just imagine the child abuse What kind of religion or culture that allows this sacrilege and abomination? Gosh! She is just a baby.
Abel: They go about shouting “Haram this and Haram that” while busy defiling innocent little kids that are yet to reach puberty. Bloody perverts & pedophiles.
Others that witnessed the wedding include Makaman Bichi, Alhaji Isyaku Umar Tofa, the Sarkin Dawaki Mai Tuta among others.
The bride is said to be a direct descendant of Malam Jamo, who was a brother to the late emir of Kano, Ibrahim Dabo.
In response to the controversy, the Kano Alhaji has maintained that the marriage was a personal choice made by both parties.
However, critics argue that an 11-year-old cannot give informed consent and that this incident is indicative of the broader issue of child exploitation in Nigeria.
Some community members have defended the marriage, citing cultural and religious factors, while others argue that the case highlights the need for education and awareness about the rights of children, particularly young girls.
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