Northern Nigeria is known for its rich cultural heritage and its music industry is no exception. From Hausa hip-hop to traditional folk music, Northern Nigerian musicians have made their mark in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.

In this article, we take a journey through the lives and careers of 10 talented Northern Nigerian musicians, exploring their backgrounds in education and music.

1. Zaki Azzay

Zaki Azzay is a popular singer and songwriter, born in Jos, Plateau State.

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He started his music career in 1992 and rose to prominence with his hit single, “Na Me Go Marry Am.” Zaki Azzay has a degree in Business Administration from the University of Jos.

2. Nazir Ahmad Hausawa

Nazir Ahmad Hausawa is a Kano-born singer, known for his Hausa music and film soundtracks.

He started his music career in the early 2000s and has since released several albums. Nazir Ahmad Hausawa is a graduate of Business Administration from Bayero University, Kano.

3. Morell

Morell, whose full name is Musa Akillah, is a rapper and songwriter from Bauchi State.

He started his music career in 2011 with his debut single, “Oxygen.” Morell has a degree in Geography from the University of Jos.

4. Bello Fadile

Bello Fadile is a Kaduna-born singer and actor, known for his contributions to the Hausa movie industry and music.

He started his music career in 1984 and has released several albums. Bello Fadile is a graduate of Theatre Arts from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

5. Ado Gwanja

Ado Gwanja is a Kano-born singer and songwriter, known for his Hausa music. He started his music career in 2009 and has since released several albums.

Ado Gwanja has a degree in Business Administration from Bayero University, Kano.

6. ClassiQ

ClassiQ, whose full name is Buba Barnabas Luka, is a rapper and songwriter from Bauchi State.

He started his music career in 2010 and has released several mixtapes and albums. ClassiQ has a degree in Political Science from the University of Jos.

7. Nura M Inuwa

Nura M Inuwa is a Kano-born singer and songwriter, known for his Hausa music. He started his music career in the early 2000s and has released several albums.

Nura M Inuwa has a degree in Business Administration from Bayero University, Kano.

8. Ruby Gyang

Ruby Gyang is a Jos-born singer and songwriter, known for her soulful and Afro-jazz music. She started her music career in 2011 and has since released several singles and an album.

Ruby Gyang has a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Jos.

9. Mamman Shatta

Mamman Shatta is a Borno-born rapper and songwriter, known for his contributions to the Hausa hip-hop scene.

He started his music career in 2003 and has released several albums. Mamman Shatta has a degree in Business Administration from the University of Maiduguri.

10. Sani Danja

Sani Danja is a Kano-born actor, singer, and songwriter, known for his contributions to the Hausa movie industry and music.

He started his music career in 2008 and has released several albums. Sani Danja has a degree in Geography from Bayero University, Kano.

The Northern Nigerian music scene is diverse and full of talented musicians. From popular singers to rappers and traditional musicians, these artists have made invaluable contributions to the Nigerian music industry. Their educational backgrounds are diverse too, demonstrating that these musicians are not just talented in the art of music but also have skills and knowledge from academia.