About Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1

Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel is a Hausa royal family story
about palace life, childhood stubbornness, discipline, friendship, courage, class, and
destiny.

The story introduces Nabeelah Musa, the daughter of Baba Rabi, who works
as an important palace woman in the house of King Mu’awiyah Abubakar, the king of Yura in
Kaduna State.

Nabeelah grows up among the children of palace workers, especially her close friends Amina
and Jamila. Even though they are friends, Nabeelah often beats them whenever they annoy her.
Her fearless nature makes many children afraid of her, while elders continue hoping that
she will change as she grows older.

Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 English Translation

Amina Runs To Baba Rabi

We saw a young girl running quickly while calling Baba Rabi. Baba Rabi was in the kitchen,
explaining to the maids what the king would eat at night. When the shouting became too
much, she came out.

The girl reached Baba Rabi, breathing heavily as if she had run a long distance.

She tried to speak:

“Ba… ba… Rab… bi… Na… bi…”

Baba Rabi quickly stopped her and said:

“I do not understand what you are saying. Calm down first, then explain to me.”

The girl became quiet and tried to catch her breath. After a few seconds, she became
normal again.

Baba Rabi asked:

“I am listening, Amina. Is someone chasing you? Why did you run like this?”

Amina replied:

“No, Baba. It is Nabila. She is beating Jamila over there near the tree where we usually
sit.”

Baba Rabi held her chest and exclaimed:

“Oh, Rabi! What kind of troublesome girl is this? Let us go.”

Nabeelah Beats Jamila

Baba Rabi quickly went toward the tree where Nabeelah usually sat with her friends in the
evening. We followed her to see what was happening.

When Baba Rabi reached the place, she saw Nabeelah on top of Jamila, beating her seriously
as if she had been sent to do it. Nabeelah did not even realize that Baba Rabi had arrived.

In anger, Baba Rabi gave Nabeelah a strong knock on the head.

Immediately, Nabeelah left Jamila and began abusing whoever had hit her.

“Who is the foolish person that hit me like that? Wallahi, I will repay it.”

She stood up from Jamila, whose mouth had started bleeding, and began dusting herself.
She adjusted her wrapper as if preparing for another fight.

But when she turned, she saw Baba Rabi standing there with a serious face.

Nabeelah began stammering:

“Ba… ba… wallahi…”

Baba Rabi slapped her and said:

“What kind of girl are you? Is there any day that passes from morning to night without you
fighting?”

Nabeelah Refuses To Cry

Nabeelah’s eyes filled with tears, but she forced herself not to cry because she hated
people seeing her tears. In her view, if people saw her cry, they would look down on her,
and she hated being looked down upon.

She turned to where Amina was hiding and glared at her.

She said:

“You hypocrite and gossip. Are you happy now that you reported me and they came to slap
me? Wallahi, do not let us meet. I will deal with you.”

Baba Rabi cut her off and said:

“Keep quiet. Go to your room and sit down. Do not you dare touch Amina, or I will seriously
punish you.”

Nabeelah wiped the tear that came out of her eye because Baba Rabi’s slap had hurt her.
She said nothing and left, muttering to herself as she went into the house.

Why Did Nabeelah Fight Jamila?

Baba Rabi helped Jamila stand up because she was still unable to rise from where Nabeelah
had left her.

Baba Rabi asked:

“Jamila, what caused the fight between you and Nabeelah?”

Jamila cried and said:

“I did nothing to her, wallahi. We were only playing when she suddenly climbed on me and
started punching me.”

Baba Rabi shook her head and said:

“Tell me the truth. Even though I know Nabeelah is very aggressive, I also know she does
not fight unless someone provokes her. Wipe your tears.”

Jamila wiped her tears and said:

“It was only because I called her ‘yar duma-duma. That is why she beat me.”

Baba Rabi nodded and said:

“Be patient, Jamila. Since you know she does not like that name, stop calling her by it.”

Baba Rabi continued consoling Jamila until she calmed down, dusted herself, and went to
her room.

Baba Rabi Complains To Nene

Baba Rabi returned to the kitchen to finish preparing the king’s food.

As for Nabeelah, after leaving the fight area, she refused to go to her own room. Instead,
she went to Nene’s room. Nene was one of the palace women and Baba Rabi’s close friend.
She also sold children’s items.

After Maghrib prayer, Baba Rabi went to Nene’s room as usual to chat with her. As she
approached the room, she heard Nabeelah laughing loudly.

Baba Rabi greeted and entered. As soon as she sat down and looked at Nabeelah, Nabeelah
immediately stood up and left for her room.

Nene said:

“Haba, Rabi. Why did you come and chase my daughter away when you found us happily chatting?”

Baba Rabi sighed and replied:

“Nene, wallahi, this girl’s matter has tired me. I do not even know what to do with her.
Today’s fight is different, tomorrow’s own is different.”

Nene said:

“Be patient, Rabi. When she grows up, she will stop. It is childishness disturbing her now.”

Baba Rabi answered:

“May Allah make it so. But now, it seems her matter is only getting worse.”

Nabeelah Pretends To Be Gentle

Baba Rabi and Nene continued discussing their problems until around nine at night. Then
Baba Rabi said goodbye and went to her room.

When she entered, she met Nabeelah sitting on a prayer mat and reciting the Qur’an.

Baba Rabi almost laughed because she knew Nabeelah was doing that to avoid being scolded.

After Nabeelah finished reciting the surah, she closed the Qur’an and returned it to its
place. Then she knelt before Baba Rabi and said:

“Umma, please forgive me. I will not do it again. I swear.”

Baba Rabi advised Nabeelah for a long time. Nabeelah apologized again, and they later slept.

Who Is Nabeelah?

Her name is Nabeelah Musa. She is the daughter of Baba Rabi, who works as
a palace woman in the house of King Mu’awiyah Abubakar, the king of Yura in Kaduna State.

King Mu’awiyah is a very just king who loves his people. He has one wife named Queen
Hafsat, whom the children and palace workers call Yabi. She is a righteous
woman who does not oppress those working under her.

King Mu’awiyah has two children, both boys. The first is Crown Prince Sultan, and the
second is Saleem.

Sultan does not stay much in Yura because of his work and studies. At that time, he had
travelled for further education. Saleem was studying at a university in China. There was
almost eight years between Sultan and Saleem.

Sultan is fair-skinned, handsome, and very quiet. But when he becomes close to someone, he
becomes friendly. Saleem, on the other hand, talks a lot and loves teasing people, even
strangers. That is why many people enjoy speaking with Saleem. Sultan, however, is far more
handsome than Saleem.

Nabeelah’s Character

Nabeelah is a girl who grew up inside the palace of Yura. She is about twelve years old.
She has a small body and is not tall, which is why many children tease her by calling her
“yar duma-duma.”

She is beautiful in a hidden way. She is not very fair, but she has thick Fulani-like hair.
People are often surprised because she does not resemble Baba Rabi at all. Since Baba
Rabi’s husband is dead and many people did not know him, they assume she may have inherited
her Fulani-like features from her father.

Nabeelah is very bold and sharp-tongued. She fears nobody. No matter a person’s age or
status, if they provoke her, there will be trouble.

The children in the palace fear her because she beats them often. She also talks a lot.

Her two close friends are Amina and Jamila. They are also daughters of palace workers.
Since the king gives each worker a room, many of the workers live in the palace with their
daughters.

Amina, Jamila, and Nabeelah grew up together from childhood. But their closeness does not
stop Nabeelah from beating them whenever they offend her. Their fights are so common that
even their parents no longer interfere seriously, because by the next morning they usually
become friends again.

Nabeelah Goes To Queen Yabi

The next day, as usual, they woke up, prayed, and recited the Qur’an until sunrise.

Baba Rabi stood and said:

“Nabeelah, go to Yabi and ask whether there is anything you can help her with before I
come. I am going now to prepare the king’s breakfast.”

Nabeelah answered:

“Alright, Umma. Let me go now.”

They walked together to the kitchen door. Before leaving, Baba Rabi smiled and said:

“Please, today do not fight with anyone. Can you not see you are growing older? Mature
girls do not fight.”

Nabeelah laughed and replied:

“Umma, you are even saying please. Insha Allah, I will not fight.”

Baba Rabi smiled and prayed for her.

Nabeelah then went toward Queen Yabi’s section.

Queen Yabi’s Kindness

Nabeelah entered the sitting room and greeted. The maids who were moving around answered
her. She greeted them and asked:

“Where is Yabi?”

One of the maids, Zuhura, said:

“She is in her room.”

Nabeelah shook her head and went straight to Yabi’s room.

She greeted and entered. Then she knelt with respect and greeted Queen Yabi.

Yabi answered her warmly because she truly loved Nabeelah. Sometimes she even said she
wished Nabeelah were her own daughter.

After the greetings, Nabeelah said:

“Your Highness, is there anything I can help you with? Baba Rabi said I should tell you
she is preparing the king’s breakfast now.”

Yabi smiled beautifully and replied:

“There is nothing, Nabee. Just go and tell her to fry akara so it can be given as charity
to children outside.”

Nabeelah answered:

“It is done.”

Then she went to deliver Yabi’s message to Baba Rabi.

Late To Islamiyya

Baba Rabi instructed the maids to prepare akara as they sometimes did, and it was later
shared among children outside.

In the evening, Amina and Jamila prepared early for Islamiyya school and went to Nabeelah’s
room. When they arrived, she had just come out of the bathroom and was slowly applying oil
to her body.

Jamila said:

“Nabeelah, you are not ready yet? It is almost four o’clock, and they beat latecomers.”

Amina added:

“Wallahi, Nabeelah, you have not done well. Because you do not fear the cane, you always
make us late. But we are afraid.”

Nabeelah hissed and said:

“Subhanallah. You people have disturbed me and filled my ears. Did I tie your legs and
force you to wait for me? If you cannot wait, then go. We will meet in class.”

Amina calmly said:

“May Allah forgive you. We will wait for you at the gate.”

Nabeelah replied without looking at them:

“I heard you. Go out so I can dress.”

Nabeelah Fights Again

Nabeelah did not come out until around 4:15. She arrived walking slowly and asked:

“Shall we go?”

They walked to their Islamiyya, which was a little far from the palace.

When they entered the gate, they saw the latecomers gathered, and Malam Dawud was the one
beating them. Amina and Jamila trembled with fear, but Nabeelah did not care because she
was not afraid of the cane.

Malam Dawud gave each of them five strokes. Amina and Jamila cried, but Nabeelah remained
strong.

As they were going to class, a girl in class five named Aceey began laughing and pointing
at them.

Nabeelah hissed and said:

“Look at this girl laughing at us. Come, let us go and deal with her.”

Amina refused. Jamila also told Nabeelah to avoid fighting.

But Nabeelah laughed wildly and said:

“Wallahi, if I leave her, then I have been defeated.”

She quickly went to where Aceey was sitting. Aceey bent down to pick her pencil from the
ground, and Nabeelah pushed her. Aceey fell down heavily.

Nabeelah beat her without mercy until teachers came and separated them. Aceey’s face had
become red from the punches.

They were taken to the headmaster’s office. Aceey was given eight strokes because she
started the teasing, while Nabeelah was given three strokes.

Nabeelah And Nene

Nabeelah became doubly angry. She was angry that the fight was stopped, and she was also
angry because she was beaten.

Even after Islamiyya closed, she was not cheerful.

When they reached home, she went straight to Nene’s room because she knew Nene would not
lack sugarcane or tiger nuts. According to Nabeelah, whenever she was angry, only those
two things could cheer her up.

She greeted and entered. Nene answered warmly, and they greeted each other.

Nabeelah said:

“Nene, I want sugarcane.”

Nene immediately understood that something had happened. She brought her one stick of
sugarcane and one small pack of tiger nuts.

Nabeelah removed her himar, sat properly, and began eating the sugarcane while chatting
with Nene.

After some time, she returned to her room, removed her uniform, performed ablution, prayed,
and added some voluntary prayers, because despite her young age, Nabeelah was not careless
in worship.

Yabi Tells Nabeelah About Her Son

Around 8 p.m., Baba Rabi took food to the king.

Nabeelah became tired of staying alone, so she went to Queen Yabi’s section. They chatted
for a long time.

During the conversation, Yabi said:

“Nabee, my last-born will return tomorrow.”

Nabeelah smiled lightly and replied:

“Ayyah, I do not even know him.”

Yabi said:

“Yes. When he travelled, you were still too young to understand.”

Nabeelah nodded and said:

“That is true. May Allah bring him safely.”

Yabi smiled and answered:

“Ameen, Nabee.”

Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Novel Details

• Novel Title: Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel
• Category: Complete Hausa Novels
• Language: English Translation
• Main Character: Nabeelah Musa
• Other Characters: Baba Rabi, Amina, Jamila, Nene, King Mu’awiyah, Queen Hafsat/Yabi, Sultan, Saleem, Malam Dawud, Aceey
• Main Themes: Palace life, childhood stubbornness, courage, discipline, friendship, royalty, worship, class, and destiny
• Setting: Yura royal palace, Kaduna State, kitchen, servants’ quarters, Queen Yabi’s section, and Islamiyya school

Why You Should Read Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel

Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel is perfect for readers who
enjoy Hausa royal stories with strong female characters, palace life, childhood drama,
friendship, comedy, discipline, and destiny.

Nabeelah’s character makes the story lively because she is fearless, stubborn, funny, and
deeply emotional. Even though she fights a lot, she also has respect for elders, love for
worship, and a strong personality that hints at a bigger destiny ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel

What is Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel about?

Gimbiya Nafeesat Book 1 Complete Hausa Novel is about Nabeelah Musa, a bold
palace girl raised inside the royal house of Yura, where her stubbornness, friendship,
discipline, and destiny begin to unfold.

Who is Nabeelah Musa?

Nabeelah Musa is the daughter of Baba Rabi. She is a fearless, sharp-tongued young girl
who grew up in the palace of King Mu’awiyah in Yura.

Who is Baba Rabi?

Baba Rabi is Nabeelah’s mother and an important palace woman who works in the house of
King Mu’awiyah.

Who are Amina and Jamila?

Amina and Jamila are Nabeelah’s close friends. They are also daughters of palace workers,
and they grew up together with Nabeelah.

Who is Queen Yabi?

Queen Yabi, whose real name is Hafsat, is the wife of King Mu’awiyah. She is kind,
religious, and loves Nabeelah deeply.

Who are Sultan and Saleem?

Sultan and Saleem are the two sons of King Mu’awiyah and Queen Yabi. Sultan is quiet and
handsome, while Saleem is playful and talkative.

What are the main themes of Gimbiya Nafeesat?

The main themes include palace life, courage, stubbornness, discipline, friendship,
worship, royalty, social class, and destiny.