Artist Spotlight: Zaki Dan Yaya, Maiduguri’s Voice of Spiritual Arewa Music
Zaki Dan Yaya is a prominent Nigerian Hausa musician, singer and music producer based in Maiduguri, Borno State. An accomplished vocalist and composer, he has advanced quickly in Arewa music, earning a growing reputation as one of Northern Nigeria’s standout voices.
His sound is a rich mash-up of traditional Hausa music and contemporary styles. Zaki Dan Yaya blends Islamic praise poetry, Qasida and Nasheed, with modern Afrobeat and, at times, Amapiano influences, creating music that feels both rooted in faith and fresh for today’s listeners.
Beyond the microphone, Zaki Dan Yaya is the CEO of Atainaaka Records. Through his label and production work, he continues to shape the sound of Northern Nigeria’s devotional and contemporary music scene, supporting its growth from the studio up.
His catalogue includes spiritually resonant songs such as “Mai Gida,” “Annabine Sutura,” “Annabin Allah” and “Ina Sonka Habibi,” among many more. Each track showcases his gift for pairing heartfelt devotion with melodies that connect with audiences across Arewa and beyond. Ready to experience the spiritual sound of Arewa?
