Gwari

Culture

The Gbagyi people are known to be peace-loving, transparent and accommodating people. Northerners are fond of saying in Hausa language muyi shi Gwari Gwari, "let’s do it like the Gbagyi" or "in the Gbagyi way". According to Theophilus Tanko Chigudu, the Gbagyi people have emerged as a unique breed among Nigerians: their culture shows how much they have come to terms with the universe. Daily they aspire to give life a meaning no matter the situation in which they find themselves. The name Gbagyi has been linked with many meanins such as "benevolence, ingenuity, reliability, magnanimity, allegiance, and a profound inclination towards familial relationships. The Gbagyi ethnic group is renowned for their distinct propensity to embrace others, their openness, and their dedication to promoting harmony."