By Ayodele Quadri, Lagos Times Correspondent
ABUJA / DAURA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Hausa people as indispensable pillars of Nigeria’s unity and social progress.
In an official message released to mark World Hausa Day, being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace in Katsina State, President Tinubu praised the Hausa language for evolving from its regional roots into a global medium of commerce, diplomacy, and cultural connection.
Key Statements from the President
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Pillars of the Nation: “The Hausa people are great pillars that play a vital role in the unity and progress of Nigeria,” the President stated, recognizing the historical and ongoing contributions of the ethnic group toward nation-building.
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Global Language Footprint: Tinubu highlighted the reach of the Hausa language, noting that it has “flourished and become a major language of unity and commerce across the world”.
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Daura Celebrations: The President extended congratulations to the global Hausa community participating in annual cultural observances, centered around the Daura Emirate—widely regarded as the spiritual and historical home of the Hausa kingdom.
