6 results for “west-africa”
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modern Usman dan Fodio
The great Islamic reformer of West Africa. He founded the Sokoto Caliphate in northern Nigeria, one of the largest states in African history.
ottoman Ahmad Baba al-Timbukti
Greatest Islamic scholar of Timbuktu, prolific author of biographies and fiqh. Taken captive to Morocco but continued writing.
modern al-Hajj Umar Tal
West African Islamic scholar, mujahid, and founder of the Toucouleur Empire in the Senegambia region.
modern Ibrahim Niass
Senegalese Islamic scholar with one of the largest followings in West Africa. President of the World Muslim League.
modern Abubakar Gumi
Nigerian Islamic scholar and reformer who advocated for direct Quran-based guidance over traditional authority.
modern Muhammad Bello
Son of Uthman dan Fodio and Sultan of Sokoto Caliphate, scholar and prolific author.