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Arewa

Arewa is traditional music of the Hausa people from Northern Nigeria, rooted in praise singing for leaders and community members. The genre features verse-chorus structure with call-and-response patterns, performed with traditional instruments like Kalangu and one-stringed fiddles. Artists like Danmaraya Jos popularized Arewa, which addresses love, social issues, and cultural pride while promoting Hausa identity and heritage.

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