“They Humiliated Us for Views” — Kano Married Women Cry Out Over Disturbing Video Pranks

According to a NewsVista reporter, married women in Kano State are speaking out against a rising wave of disturbing street pranks that are secretly filmed and shared online — often without their consent. The pranks, which many describe as humiliating and emotionally abusive, have sparked outrage across the state.

Victims say these so-called “pranks” violate their dignity, Islamic values, and family privacy. One of the affected women, Hafsat Ibrahim, revealed she was filmed at a market while being falsely accused of theft. “People were laughing, but I was crying. My husband threatened legal action. That wasn’t a joke — it was harassment,” she said.

Another victim, Amina Yusuf, said a manipulated prank video almost caused a crisis in her marriage. “It had a fake voiceover. My husband was furious. This is not Islam. This is not entertainment,” she added.

Women’s rights advocates are now demanding swift action. Hajiya Amina Aliyu, a leading voice in the region, condemned the pranks as cyberbullying. “Our women are not props for clout. They are mothers, wives, Muslims — and they deserve respect.”

The backlash has also caught the attention of authorities. The Kano Road Traffic Agency recently arrested a comedian and banned street filming without official approval. This crackdown could signal a shift toward protecting citizens from digital harassment masked as content.