Hausa weddings have always been rooted in elegance, modesty, and tradition but in today’s fashion forward world, they’re also ...

Nigeria is home to over 250 ethnic groups, each with its own language, history, and rich cultural identity – and nowhere is ...

On May 17, 2025, the Kano State Censorship Board announced a statewide ban on Kauyawa Day over alleged indecent behavior among young women. “Kauyawa Day” is a traditional cultural event ...

In Nigeria, every tribe - be it Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, or any other, have their ways of giving out a bride in marriage, ... Below are 10 different wedding traditions from around the world: ...

Catching the bride is an interesting rite that takes place during a Hausa traditional wedding. It is organized so that the groom’s family can come and “catch” their beautiful bride.

ISTANBUL . 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.