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JAMB Government 1980 Question 37

Question 37

Pre-colonial Political Systems

The ratification of the appointment of an Emir in the pre-colonial Fulani Society was done by the

  1. A.Galadima
  2. B.the Emir of Sokoto
  3. C.the Emir of Gwandu
  4. D.Uthman Dan Fodio
  5. E.B or C above
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (B or C above)

Explanation

After the jihad the emirates were split between Sokoto and Gwandu; each new emir had to be confirmed by the Sultan (Emir) of Sokoto or the Emir of Gwandu, depending on which one his emirate was under.