The Agalawa are an important sub-group of the Hausa people in Northern Nigeria, notable for their historical involvement in trade, governance, and Islamic scholarship.
With origins that might trace back to North Africa, possibly among the Berbers, they became fully integrated into Hausa society and culture.
Their trade dealt with goods such as textiles, kola nuts, salt, and livestock.
[citation needed] Aside from their commercial activities, the Agalawa held administrative roles and often acted as intermediaries between rulers and the people, which contributed to the political and economic stability of the region.
Today, the Agalawa are recognized for their lasting contributions to the economic and cultural development of Hausa society, especially in trade and Islamic learning.