Dr Danmaraya jos Foundation

25/11/2025

Celebrating my 9th year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

11/11/2025

Different Approach, New results. Preserving Legacy.

C.E.O Sukasounds Entertainment ( Center) with the officials of the Dr Danmaraya jos Foundation

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10/11/2025

A great legendary and also an Icon of Peace✌️ Late Dr Danmaraya Jos MON OON

Dan Maraya Jos (born Adamu Wayya, 20 December 1946 – 20 June 2015) was a renowned traditional Hausa musician from Jos, Nigeria. He was known for his unique style of music that combined Hausa folk music with contemporary themes and instruments.

Dan Maraya Jos was born in Sabon Gari, a predominantly Hausa community in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. He grew up in a musical family and began performing at a young age. He was inspired by his grandfather who was a traditional Hausa musician and learned to play various musical instruments including the kora, lute, and talking drum.

In the 1960s, Dan Maraya Jos became famous for his unique style of music that incorporated modern themes and instruments into traditional Hausa music. He was one of the first Hausa musicians to use the guitar in his music and his lyrics often addressed contemporary issues such as politics, social justice, education, Entrepreneurship and morality.

Dan Maraya Jos became popular throughout Nigeria and West Africa, and his music was widely played on radio stations and at public events. He released many hit songs throughout his career, including "Teacher uban karatu," "Mai akwai da babu," "Dan adam mai wuyan gane hali" and "lebura" and many more.

Dan Maraya Jos was also known for his unique fashion sense, often wearing brightly colored traditional Hausa clothing and a distinctive red cap. He was a symbol of Hausa culture and tradition and was respected by many for his contributions to the preservation of Hausa music.

Dan Maraya Jos passed away on 20 June 2015 in Jos, Nigeria, at the age of 68. His music and legacy continue to inspire and influence many musicians in Nigeria and beyond, and he is remembered as one of the greatest traditional Hausa musicians of all time.

Individual songs Edit

Auren Dole [Forced Marriage]

Gulma-Wuya [The Busybody]

Jawabin Aure [Discourse on Marriage]

Kidan Kashewa and Wakar Keren Mota III[Killing Music and Car Music III]

Munafukan Yaki (Wallahi Kun Tabe)

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29/10/2025

Happy Birthday to a truly great leader. Your guidance and support mean the world to us.

05/08/2025

Early today in the Morning Our visit to the Hon Commissioner of Culture Plaetue State

31/07/2024

Rest Well Onyeka Onwenu

28/08/2022

Congratulations on your appointment, may God continue to bless you abundantly.

08/03/2022

Happy International Women's Day 💙💙💙

25/12/2021

Christmas is about spending time with family and friends. It’s about creating happy memories that will last a lifetime. Merry Christmas to you and your family! From all of us Dr. Danmaraya Jos Foundation (DJF)