The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended popular Kannywood actress Samha Inuwa for one year over allegations of “inappropriate” dressing and the use of “offensive language in some of her videos.”
In a statement released on Saturday by the board’s information officer, Abdullahi Sulaiman, it was stated that the suspension was imposed after Inuwa failed to comply with several warnings issued to her.
The statement partly read, “Samha Inuwa had been repeatedly cautioned about her crude dressing and vulgar displays, but she continued to flout the board’s regulations.”
The board also revoked her license and censored movies featuring the actress.
“In addition to the suspension, the board has revoked her licence and halted the censorship of any films featuring her.
“The board reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all films, writings, and other forms of expression align with the state’s religious values, cultural norms, and moral standards,” it said.
Inuwa’s suspension aligns with a growing number of cases involving northern actresses facing similar disciplinary actions for their public conduct and portrayal in films.
The board explained that this decision is part of its broader initiative to uphold moral standards within the Kannywood film industry while ensuring adherence to established guidelines.
Back in 2016, the Motion Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) expelled Rahama Sadau, citing her “immoral” appearance in a music video by artist Classique.
Nevertheless, her ban was eventually overturned by then-Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, who emphasised the significant contribution of the Hausa film industry to the nation’s development efforts.
