Wa Yake da Iko? (Psalm 24:3-10)

“Wa Yake da Iko?” is a vibrant Hausa choral setting of Psalm 24:3-10, capturing the majestic anticipation of the King of Glory's arrival. The title translates to "Who has the power?" or "Who is the King of Glory?", drawing directly from the psalmist's timeless question about who may ascend the mountain of the Lord.

The piece opens with a reflective, adagio soprano solo that asks the profound questions of the psalm: who is worthy to enter the holy temple? The soloist answers with the scriptural conditions of clean hands, a pure heart, and a life free from deceit. This quiet, contemplative opening sets a reverent tone, preparing the congregation for the dramatic shift that follows.

Suddenly, the tempo quickens into a joyful allegro refrain, where the full choir bursts in with the command to "open the ancient doors" (bude kofofi). The music becomes a triumphant, rhythmic celebration, repeatedly announcing that the Great King (Babban Sarki) is coming in. It is a powerful piece for Entrance processions, Advent, or any feast celebrating Christ's kingship, bringing the ancient words of the psalm to life with distinctly Nigerian choral energy.