Apr 23, 2024 · Kano Durbar, the great festival of northern Nigeria. If Nigeria is often referred to as the “Giant of Africa”, due to its large population and large economy, the Sallah Durbar Festival …

Today, Durbar has become a festival celebrated in honour of visiting Heads of State and at the culmination of the two great Muslim festivals, Id-el Fitri (commemorating the end of the holy …

Sep 9, 2021 · In Nigeria, Durbar is a procession of about 10,000 men on horses, and men and women on foot. It takes place during the ninth and twelfth months of the Muslim calendar to …

Jul 3, 2017 · This time of year in Northern Nigeria, a part of the country rich with the history of ancient Islamic kingdoms, the annual Durbar Festival is celebrated in states like Kano, …

Durbar festival is usually celebrated at the peak of the two great Muslim festivals Eid al Fitr and Eid al Kabir (Eid al Adha). It is normally filled with the traditional musical instrument and a …

Dec 20, 2024 · The annual Kano Durbar festival has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, according to Nigeria’s …

Dec 18, 2024 · The Kano Durbar festival, a vibrant celebration of Hausa cultural heritage and traditions, is renowned for its grand procession. The festival features magnificent …

Sep 6, 2021 · Oluwalanu attended the Kano Durbar festival 2021 and shares her experience. My trip to Kano was amazing but without doubt the highlight of the trip was the Durbar festival. I …

2 days ago · Palpable fear of a possible crisis is mounting in the ancient city of Kano following a parallel Sallah Durbar festival scheduled by the 15th Emir, Alh. Aminu Ado Bayero, and the …

Dec 20, 2024 · The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has recognised the Kano Durbar festival as an intangible cul­tural heritage of humanity. …

2 days ago · Tension is building in Kano state as the ongoing dispute over the emirship takes a new turn. Both rival emirs plan to hold the 2025 Sallah Durbar celebration. Governor Abba …

During the Durbar festival in Northern Nigeria, horsemen clad in colorful robes, indigo turbans, ostrich feathers and glistening swords honor their Emir who enters the parade shielded from …

Jul 8, 2016 · The Kano emirate Council on Thursday held the traditional Hawan Daushe Durbar as part of activities marking the Eid el Fitr Sallah celebrations in Kano.

Apr 23, 2023 · According to historical accounts, it was introduced by Sarkin Kano Muhammadu Rumfa himself. Oral sources indicate that the Sarki accepted the request of a favorite slave, …

Mar 19, 2025 · All four emirates in Kano State have been directed to commence preparations for the Sallah Durbar Celebration by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. This was disclosed in a …

6 days ago · Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced that the Kano State Emirate Council, led by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi alongside the Emirs of Gaya, Karaye, and Rano, will …

1 day ago · In response, Emir Bayero formally notified the Kano State Police Command of his plan to conduct the historic event, emphasising its significance as it marks his fifth anniversary on …

1 day ago · Kano residents have expressed concerns over the plan by the 15th and 16th Emirs of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, to hold Sallah Durbar, as …

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3 days ago · Odinkalu, through his official X account (@ChidiOdinkalu), stated that reliable sources within the Court of Appeal have disclosed that the court plans to issue an injunction …

2 days ago · Tension is brewing in Kano following the announcement of plans by the two rival emirs, Aminu Ado Bayero and Lamido Sanusi, for Sallah durbar processions – a ritual marking …