GLORIA (Hausa) DAUKAKA GA ALLAH

"Daukaka ga Allah" is a vibrant Hausa setting of the Gloria, composed by the well-known Nigerian liturgical musician Jude Nnam. As the great hymn of praise in the Mass, the Gloria calls for an arrangement that lifts the spirit and unites the congregation in joyful worship. This piece does exactly that, carrying the sacred words of the angelic hymn—"Glory to God in the highest"—through a bright, rhythmic melody that feels both majestic and deeply rooted in Northern Nigerian Catholic expression.

Choirs will find this setting particularly engaging because of its structured, through-composed verses. Instead of a simple strophic repetition, the music journeys through the different sections of the Gloria text. From the opening acclamation of peace on earth ("a duniya kuma salama") to the solemn petitions to the Lamb of God ("Dan tunkiya"), the arrangement allows the singers to express the shifting moods of the prayer. The recurring refrain anchors the piece, making it easy for the assembly to join in the central cry of "Daukaka ga Allah cikin samaniya."

Singing this during festive Masses brings a profound sense of celebration to the liturgy. The SATB harmonies are warm yet accessible, building up to a resounding "Amin" that beautifully concludes the hymn. It is a wonderful choice for feast days, solemnities, and any Sunday where the choir loft wants to lead the church in an exuberant, culturally resonant song of praise.