A traditional musical instrument, shantu, which is an important part of Hausa culture in Nigeria, has fallen into obscurity with the emergence of different musical instruments and genres. In its ...

Let's take a look at the variety of instruments used in Hausa films, cultural festivals, carnivals and special occasions. Through the evolution of empires, religions, colonization and trade, the ...

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Hausa traditional musician, Alhaji Surajo Mai-Asharalle, who died on Thursday, April 30, 2026, ...

MdundoHausa.com is the place to be if you’re into Hausa music. They’ve got a special focus on the Northern part of Nigeria, where the music is rich in heritage. This platform is all about providing ...

Poetic mastery, musical diversity, rhythmic complexity, social relevance, and cross-cultural exchange makes Hausa music a rich and distinctive artistic tradition. Hausa artists bring their unique ...

Watching Hausa movies and listening to Hausa music is a good way to learn the Hausa language and also get insights into the Hausa culture. You can find Hausa movies and music at Maikoli International, ...

Renowned Hausa political singer, Dauda Abdullahi, popularly known as Rarara, and Kannywood actress, Aisha Ahmed, popularly known as Aisha Humaira, tied the marital knot yesterday. The wedding which ...

Jos — He was orphaned while still a baby, but he grew to become a musical giant who gave succour to many. Following his death on June 20, Daily Trust writes about the man and what made the Hausa music ...

The European-American University, Commonwealth of the Dominican Republic of Panama, has conferred an honorary doctorate on Dauda Kahutu, the influential Hausa political singer popularly known as ...