Hasha

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A language of Nigeria

ISO 639-3
ybj
Alternate Names
Ayashim, Ayashin, Iyashi, Yashi, “Ahoso” (pej.), “Makanja” (pej.)
User Population

5,000 (Decker et al 2021i). Ethnic population: 5,000 (Decker et al 2021i).

Location

Nassarawa state: Wamba LGA, Kwaan, Hashasu, and Husu villages.

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Language Status

6a (Vigorous).

Classification
Niger-Congo, Atlantic-Congo, Volta-Congo, Benue-Congo, Plateau, Western, Southwestern, B
Dialects

No Name.

Language Use

Vigorous. Used by all. Most also use Hausa [hau], which all speak proficiently, except for some children and elderly (Decker et al 2021i). Many also use English [eng] (Decker et al 2021i).

Language Resources
OLAC resources in and about Hasha
Other Comments

Christian, traditional religion.