29/12/2025
Open Letter to President Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu: Hausawa of Nigeria Officially Request the Separation of Hausa and Fulani
By Hajiya Kaltume Alumbe Jitami,
Guguwar Hausawa Tsantsa Movement – Mesa Ta Tashi, Fulani Must Go
We, the Hausawa of Nigeria, are formally requesting that the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, recognize and separate the Hausa and Fulani communities in all federal matters. For decades, the identity and interests of Hausawa have been merged with those of the Fulani, resulting in disadvantages in education, employment, and political representation.
In view of this request, the Hausawa people declare their readiness to support President Tinubu’s second-term bid, provided that our demand for clear administrative and official recognition of Hausawa as distinct from Fulani is granted. Our support will be collective, deliberate, and reflected through our votes nationwide.
We respectfully request that all federal activities, including employment, NECO and WAEC examinations, vocational and technical certifications such as MBais and NABTEC, and all higher institutions of learning, adopt policies that clearly distinguish between Hausa and Fulani candidates in selection, promotion, and appointments. A formal government circular should be issued to enforce this policy.
Census exercises in the Northwestern states should be conducted in a manner that distinctly identifies and determines the population of Hausa and Fulani communities separately. Accurate data is essential for fair representation, equitable resource allocation, and national planning.
We further demand that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and electoral authorities ensure that Hausa identity is clearly stated on national identity cards and voters’ cards, with the word “Hausa” boldly written to prevent misclassification and loss of identity.
This request is not intended to promote division or hostility but to ensure justice, fairness, and protection of the rights of Hausawa in Nigeria. Clear recognition of our identity will strengthen national unity by addressing long-standing grievances through lawful and administrative means.
Separating Hausa and Fulani in federal records and processes will promote transparency and fairness in appointments, promotions, and selections. It will also reduce tension and misunderstanding in public institutions by ensuring that merit and representation are assessed within the correct ethnic context.
Our support for President Tinubu’s second term is conditional and principled. Granting this request will demonstrate his commitment to inclusivity, equity, and respect for the diverse identities that make up the Nigerian federation.
We urge the Federal Government to treat this appeal with urgency and sincerity. Implementing this request will be a historic step toward restoring confidence among Hausawa communities and ensuring that our population, contributions, and rights are properly acknowledged.
In conclusion, the Hausawa people stand ready to mobilize, vote, and openly support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term ambition, once the separation of Hausa and Fulani in all federal activities, records, and administrative processes is formally approved and implemented.
Signed,
Hajiya Kaltume Alumbe Jitami
Guguwar Hausawa Tsantsa Movement – Mesa Ta Tashi, Fulani Must Go
