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GCE Government 1989 Question 25

Question 25

Pre-colonial Political Systems

The ratification of the appointment and dismissal of an Emir in the pre-colonial Fulani Empire was done by the

  1. A.Empire of Lafiagi and the Etsu of Pategi.
  2. B.Emirs of Kano and Katsina.
  3. C.Emirs of Gwandu and Sokoto.
  4. D.Emir of Ilorin.
  5. E.Emir of Shonga.
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Answer: C (Emirs of Gwandu and Sokoto.)

Explanation

The Fulani empire had two headquarters, Sokoto and Gwandu; their rulers confirmed or removed the emirs under them.