Husa man with serpent for sale..Husa Animist Muslim traveling circus with monkeys. In the Animist religion power is associated with fierce beasts and those who have contact with them. These men and their troop are often called upon for religious ceremonies. Animals are often caught and traded for their spiritual associations. The use of animals and animist beliefs goes contrar to Sharia law..The implementation of Islamic Sharia Law across the twelve northern states of Nigeria, centres upon Kano, the largest Muslim Husa city, under the feudal, political and economic rule of the Emir of Kano. But 70% of the population live below the poverty line and have to survive how they can. Kano, Kano State, Northern Nigeria, Africa
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