The Hausa ethnic group is primarily associated with the Hausa language, widely spoken in northern Nigeria and across West Africa. Hausa is one of Nigeria’s major languages and serves as a lingua franca in many northern states. The Hausa people have a rich history, marked by their involvement in trade, Islamic scholarship, and the establishment of powerful city-states like Kano and Zaria. The language has contributed to cultural unity in the northern regions and facilitated trade and communication across West Africa.