The Katsina State Government has finalised plans to host its first-ever mass wedding for 1,000 couples across the state’s 34 local government areas, as part of efforts to address social challenges.
Gatekeepers News reports that the Director-General of the Katsina State Hisbah Board, Malam Abu-Ammar, disclosed this during a livelihood support and counselling training on Thursday.
According to him, the initiative is designed to support vulnerable individuals who are willing to marry but are hindered by economic constraints.
“These 1,000 couples, comprising 2,000 individuals, were drawn from the 34 local government areas of Katsina State.
“This forthcoming mass wedding is one of the state government’s initiatives to reduce the burden of social vices in the state. This is because many widows, orphans, and vulnerable individuals are unable to get married despite their willingness due to socioeconomic challenges,” Abu-Ammar said.
Although the government has yet to disclose the total budget for the programme, it said both brides and grooms would receive support to ease the transition into married life. Brides are expected to be empowered, while grooms will benefit from support packages.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, A’isha Malumfashi, said all beneficiaries had undergone necessary health checks prior to selection.
“All the 1,000 couples have undergone medical screening and verification to confirm their health status and compatibility,” she said.
Malumfashi, who was represented by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Aminatu Mashi, added that the mass wedding is scheduled to hold on April 25, 2026.
The training programme was organised by a marital support foundation in partnership with the Hisbah Board and the state Ministry of Women’s Affairs.
