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Aminu Alan Waka

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Aminu Ladan Abubakar, popularly known as Alan Waka, is a Kano State-based Hausa singer and writer. Alan Waka began singing as a student at an Islamic school. He was taught songs in honour of the Prophet Muhammad, which sparked his interest in music. He began to write poems as he grew older. He is well-known for his social commentary songs, which frequently target themes like corruption, poor leadership, and social injustice. He is also a prolific writer, having published numerous works in Hausa.

Discography

Albums⁶

African Gold - Aminu Ladan Alan Waka Vol, 42020 • AlbumTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 382019 • AlbumTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 502018 • AlbumTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds Of Africa, Vol. 402018 • AlbumTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 342018 • AlbumTracks: 9

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 372018 • AlbumTracks: 6

Singles⁶

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 352019 • SingleTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 512018 • SingleTracks: 7

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 362018 • SingleTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 452018 • SingleTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 332018 • SingleTracks: 10

Iconic Sounds of Africa Vol, 492018 • SingleTracks: 10

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