Fidelia Soriwei, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has praised the Hausa people for their contributions to national cohesion and development, describing them as a vital force in Nigeria’s growth and unity.
The President made the remarks on Wednesday in a message shared on his X handle to mark the 2026 Hausa Day celebration, which was held at the historic Daura Palace in Katsina State.
According to Tinubu, the Hausa people have played an important role in strengthening national integration, while the Hausa language has grown into a major medium of communication and trade across different parts of the world.
“The Hausa people are great pillars that play a vital role in the unity and progress of Nigeria.
“The Hausa language, without doubt, has flourished and has become a major language of unity and commerce across the world.
“I congratulate the vast Hausa community on the occasion of Hausa Day, which is being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace today,” he said.
Hausa Day, also known as World Hausa Day or Ranar Hausa, is observed annually on August 26 to promote the language and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Hausa-speaking communities.
The initiative was launched by Nigerian journalist Abdulbaki Aliyu Jari as a social media campaign aimed at encouraging the use of Hausa online and increasing awareness of its cultural and linguistic significance.
Over the years, the celebration has expanded beyond Nigeria, attracting participation from Hausa communities across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.
Hausa remains one of Nigeria’s most widely spoken languages and is recognised as one of the largest languages in Africa by number of speakers. It is also regarded as an important language of commerce, culture and communication across the continent.
Tinubu’s message highlighted the growing global relevance of the language and reaffirmed the importance of preserving Nigeria’s diverse cultural heritage while promoting national unity.
