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Revision as of 08:16, 16 December 2022
Gani Festival or Sallar Gani in Hausa Language, is a yearly traditional festival celebrated by mainly four emirates in Northern Nigeria which include Borno emirate, Hadejia emirate, Daura Emirate, and Gumel emirate.[1][2] This festival is held in the same way as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.[3] The festival is held from the 12th of Rabi'al-Awwal every year to celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Emir is riding a horse decorated with ornaments where he is accompanied by his councils in going around the city. Other people also dress up in a special way on this day and make special food to share with family members and friends. Hausa traditional music, songs and dances are performed during the celebration. After the Durba, the king returned to the palace, and here he was discussing with the leaders of his people on issues related to public affairs. The festival attracts the attention of tourists because it brings out the culture of Hausas, Northern Nigeria and Africa.[4][5][6]
References
- ^ Webmaster (2017-12-12). "Sallar Gani: Daura's biggest festival". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2022-12-16.
- ^ "Ko kun san asalin bikin hawan sallar gani?". BBC News Hausa (in Hausa). Retrieved 2022-12-16.
- ^ "Gumel Emirates celebrate Sallar Gani with Grand Durbar - Opera News". ng.opera.news. Retrieved 2022-12-16.
- ^ "Gani Durbar Festival Jigawa State :: Nigeria Information & Guide". www.nigeriagalleria.com. Retrieved 2022-12-16.
- ^ "Festivals & Games | Katsina State Government". Retrieved 2022-12-16.
- ^ Webmaster (2017-12-12). "Sallar Gani: Daura's biggest festival". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2022-12-16.