Pre-colonial era The
Jahi race is the Durbar's centrepiece and the Hawan Daushe's final item on the programme. Several horse riders in the emirate charge full speed towards the emir, then abruptly stop when they approach him and wave their sword or flag before exiting. The Emir and his entourage ride through a number of quarters housing historically significant families before returning to the palace via the Kofar Kudu gate for the
Jahi - the horsemen's salute. The Palace guards march into position after the
Jahi and fire several gunshots into the air, signaling the end of the Hawan Daushe Durbar. Hawan Sallah – the Festival Riding, followed by Hawan Daushe, Hawan Nassarawa, and Hawan Doriya. The most fascinating and impressive aspect of the Durbar celebration is the Hawan Daushe, which also includes the "
Jahi", which attracts viewers from all over the world. The Hawan Daushe began as the Emir and his entourage ride out of
Gidan Rumfa – the Emir's Palace, past Kofar Kwaru to Babban Daki – the palace of the Queen Mother, where he pays tribute to his mother. In December 2024, the festival was recognized by
UNESCO as an
Intangible cultural heritage. ==See also==