26/03/2026
Indigenous Hausa people to Nigeria Union of Journalists over a Fulani boy identified as Jibril Ismail Dankande in Channel TV– Kaltum Alumbe Jitami
Abdullahi Abdullahi Jibril Ismail Dankande are not representative of Hausawa 81 million in Nigeria and not part of us and they can't speak for us in any way by all standard
March 26, 2026
The historical and contemporary identity of the Hausa people, comprising a population of over 81 million, remains a distinct socio-cultural and linguistic entity that cannot be subsumed under the unauthorized representation of individuals whose allegiances lie elsewhere. This formal article serves to notify the public and international community that Abdullahi Abdullahi and Jibrin Dankande are not representatives of the Hausa 81 million movement, nor do they possess any mandate to speak, negotiate, or act on behalf of the Hausa people by any established standard. Our internal investigations and expert findings have confirmed that these individuals operate under the influence and patronage of specific political and traditional figures, including Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Bello Matawalle, and various clerics and traditional leaders such as Ahmed Abubakar Gumi, Bashir Alfurkan, Sa’ad Abubakar of Sokoto, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, and Aminu Ado Bayero.
Consequently, this notice is directed to all international media organizations, including the BBC, Voice of America (VOA), Deutsche Welle (DW), China Radio International (Bejin China), Radio France Internationale (RFI), Fox News, Reuters, CNN, and Al Jazeera. It likewise extends to domestic outlets such as NTA, Channels TV, Arise TV, TVC News, Liberty TV, Arewa 24, and major print publications including Leadership, Punch, Daily Trust, The Triumph, Weekly Trust, Vanguard, Blueprint, and various sporting and national dailies. These platforms are hereby urged to cease recognizing the aforementioned individuals as legitimate voices for the Hausa ethnic group, as their affiliations with the stated political and traditional masters disqualify them from representing the authentic interests and sovereignty of the 81 million Hausa people.
The distinction between the Hausa and the Fulani is not merely a matter of contemporary politics but is rooted in deep historical, linguistic, and legal realities. For over 221 years, the Hausa have endured a relationship with the Fulani hegemony that exceeds the definitions of systemic marginalization, reaching a scale that demands recognition under international frameworks regarding the preservation of indigenous identities. Relevant international laws, including the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), emphasize the right of distinct ethnic groups to self-determination and the maintenance of their unique legal, social, and cultural institutions. Furthermore, the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights reinforces the principle that all peoples shall be equal and enjoy the same respect, ensuring that no group shall be dominated by another.
From a theological perspective, the attempt to conflate these two distinct nations contradicts the divine design outlined in the Holy Qur’an. In Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13), it is stated: "O mankind, indeed We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another." This verse establishes that the diversity of nations and tribes is a deliberate act of creation, intended for recognition and mutual respect of distinct identities rather than the erasure of one by another. Therefore, any claim that the Hausa and Fulani are a singular, inseparable entity ignores the Quranic validation of tribal and national distinction.
Furthermore, the Prophetic tradition reinforces the sanctity of ancestral lineage and the prohibition of misrepresenting one's heritage. A relevant Sahih Hadith notes that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "He who knowingly attributes his fatherhood to someone other than his real father will be excluded from Paradise" (Sahih Bukhari). By extension, this principle applies to the collective identity of a nation; for individuals to claim representation of a people they do not truly belong to—or whose interests they actively undermine through external allegiances—is a violation of the ethical standards of truth and identity established in Islam.
The historical grievances cited involve a period spanning more than two centuries, during which the Hausa identity has struggled against assimilation and administrative overshadowing. Under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, the systematic attempt to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group is recognized as a grave violation of humanity. The Hausawa Tsantsa Movement asserts that the historical experiences of the Hausa people must be viewed through these legal lenses to ensure that the 81 million Hausa are no longer misrepresented by those serving the interests of a separate ethnic and political class.
Constitutionally, the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the protection of the fundamental rights of every citizen and the recognition of the country’s diversity. However, the movement maintains that true federalism and democratic representation can only be achieved when the authentic voices of the majority are heard, rather than those handpicked by traditional or political elites. The ongoing political maneuvers involving high-ranking officials and traditional rulers mentioned earlier represent a continuation of a patronage system that the Hausa 81 million movement categorically rejects as a basis for representation.
We call upon the Fulani leadership and their associates to remain on alert and recognize that the Hausa people are fully aware of their rights under both regional and national laws. The era of silent assimilation and unauthorized representation is at an end. The movement insists on the recognition of the Hausa as a sovereign ethnic entity with the right to choose its own spokespersons, free from the influence of those who have historically benefited from the suppression of Hausa cultural and political independence.
The global community must understand that the "Hausa-Fulani" label is often a political construct that does not reflect the lived reality or the desires of the 81 million Hausa individuals who seek to reclaim their distinct heritage. By citing the Quranic mandate for the existence of separate nations and the international legal protections for indigenous groups, we provide a dual-layered justification for this separation. No individual, regardless of their political backing or religious standing, has the authority to bridge this gap without the express and democratic consent of the Hausa people themselves.
In conclusion, Hajiya Kaltume Alumbe Jitami and the Hausawa Tsantsa Movement reaffirm that Abdullahi Abdullahi and Jibrin Dankande are persona non grata in the context of Hausa representation. We stand firm in our commitment to the restoration of the Hausa identity and the protection of our people from further misrepresentation in the media and political spheres. This document serves as a final notice to all media houses and governmental bodies that any further engagement with these individuals as representatives of the Hausa will be viewed as an affront to the 81 million Hausa people and a disregard for historical and divine truth.
Written by:
Hajiya Kaltume Alumbe Jitami
Hausawa Tsantsa Movement
Guguwar Hausawa Tsantsa Movement
Uwar Gwagwarmayar Kwatar Yancin Hausawa a KasarHausa, Nigeria (Kaltum Alumbe Jitami)