West Chadic is a branch of the Chadic languages, which are part of the larger Afro-Asiatic language family. This group primarily includes languages spoken in northern Nigeria and parts of neighboring countries. West Chadic languages are characterized by their unique phonetic and grammatical features, distinguishing them from other Chadic languages. The most widely spoken West Chadic language is Hausa, which serves as a lingua franca in many regions of West Africa. Other notable languages in this group include Ngas and Gwandara. These languages play a crucial role in the cultural and social identity of the communities that speak them.