Eid El Fitr 2023 Hawan Daushe Zazzau Emirate Nigeria

Hawan Daushe is a traditional festival celebrated by the Hausa and Fulani speaking people of Nigeria and other West African countries.
This festival dates back to the 14th century in Kano, the largest city in Northern Nigeria
The festival is celebrated in honor of a former kings servant named Daushe.
It is celebrated at the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
During the festival, The Emir and his noblemen rally their bannermen who dress in colorful traditional attires, riding decorated horses, parading through the streets of the old city to the emirs palace where the chiefs pay homage to the Emir.
Each noble household was expected to defend the Emirate by forming a regiment, the Hawan Daushe is a military parade to demonstrate the noblemen allegiance to the emir by showcasing their horsemanship, readiness for war and loyalty
The horsemen show off their horsemanship to the delight of the crowd, the festival also features music, magicians, animal tamers, circus, feasting of traditional foods and drinks.
The festival showcases the rich and vibrant culture of the Hausa people and provides an avenue to showcase and preserve the cultural heritage of the people.

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