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The Arewa region is home to a broad spectrum of cultures, ethnicities, and languages, with Hausa being the dominant language. Other languages like
Fulfulde, Kanuri, Tiv, and Nupe also play significant roles in the cultural and social fabric of Northern Nigeria. The region’s political and historical
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is the most widely spoken language in
Northern Nigeria and serves as a lingua franca for many communities. It is spoken across most northern states, especially in the North West and parts of the North East.
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which forms the majority in the north. And as such, the term has become synonymous with machinations in lieu of extending political and cultural hegemony to capture the federal state.
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Nigeria is highly diverse in terms of ethnicity and languages. However, certain languages dominate various areas within the Arewa region. Here are the main languages spoken:
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influence many aspects of daily life. The region also has a significant
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Nigeria consists of 19 states divided into three geopolitical zones: North West, North East, and North Central. These states include:
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Gbagyi is a major language spoken in Niger State, parts of Abuja (FCT), and surrounding areas in North
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