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Islam In Nigeria

This course, ISL372: Islam in Nigeria, is designed for students of B.A. in Islamic Studies and any interested persons. It explores the introduction and spread of Islam in Nigeria, highlighting the contributions of notable figures. The course covers the origins of the Hausa States, the Sokoto Caliphate, and the impact of Islam on Southern Nigeria. It also examines Arabic and Islamic education, the Islamic judicial system, and the influence of colonialism on Islam in Nigeria.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Islam in NigeriaSokoto CaliphateHausa StatesIslamic EducationColonialism

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Introduction of Islam in Nigeria

2

Kanem-Borno Empire

3

Hausa States

4

Usman Dan Fodio's Jihad

5

Sokoto Caliphate

6

Islam in Southern Nigeria

7

Colonialism and Islam

8

Arabic and Islamic Education

9

Islamic Judicial System

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Religious Affairs Analyst

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Cultural Heritage Manager

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Islamic Studies Teacher

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Researcher

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module I

2h

Unit 1: Introduction and Spread of Islam into North and West Africa

2 study hours

•Read about the birth of Prophet Muhammad and the initial spread of Islam in Mecca.
•Study the migration to Abyssinia and its significance.
•Understand the role of 'Uqba b. Nafi' in spreading Islam to North Africa.

Week

2

Module I

2h

Unit 2 Introduction of Islam to Nigeria and Kanem-Borno

2 study hours

•Examine the trade routes linking North Africa and the Bilad al-Sudan.
•Learn about the role of Muslim merchants in introducing Islam to Nigeria.
•Study the history of the Sefawa dynasty and its embrace of Islam.

Week

3

Module I

2h

Unit 3: Factors responsible for the acceptance and spread of Islam in Nigeria including Kanem Borno

2 study hours

•Understand the peaceful methods used in spreading Islam in Kanem-Borno.
•Analyze the factors that aided the acceptance of Islam, including trade and social privileges.
•Study the role of Muslim scholars and rulers in popularizing Islam.

Week

4

Module I

2h

Unit 4: The Establishment of an Islamic Kanem-Bornu Empire

2 study hours

•Define the concept of an Islamic state and its goals.
•Examine the establishment of an Islamic state in Kanem-Borno under Mai Ali Ghaji and Idris Alooma.
•Discuss the Islamic political structure of Borno and the role of the Mai.

Week

5

Module I

2h

Unit 5: Effects of Islam on the State of Kanem-Borno

2 study hours

•Study the social, cultural, and religious effects of Islam on Kanem-Borno.
•Analyze the introduction of Islamic education and its impact on social justice.
•Examine the changes in religious practices and cultural traditions due to Islam.

Week

6

Module II

2h

Unit 1: The Hausa States

2 study hours

•Study the origin and structure of the Hausa States.
•Understand the Bayyajida legend and its significance.
•Examine the advent and development of Islam in the Hausa States.

Week

7

Module II

2h

Unit 2: Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio: - His early life teaching and preaching career.

2 study hours

•Study the early life, teachings, and preaching career of Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio.
•Analyze his teachings on social justice, women's education, and corruption.
•Understand the conditions in Hausaland that led to his preaching.

Week

8

Module II

2h

Unit 3: Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio's Jihad and its Effects

2 study hours

•Examine the religious, political, social, and economic causes of Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio's Jihad.
•Study the key events of the Jihad and its impact on the Western Sudan.
•Analyze the effects of the Jihad on education, trade, and political administration.

Week

9

Module II

4h

Unit 4: The Sokoto Caliphate

2 study hours

•Study the establishment and expansion of the Sokoto Caliphate.
•Understand the roles of Mohammed Bello and Abdullahi Dan Fodio.
•Analyze the consolidation of the Caliphate under Caliph Mohammed Bello.

Unit 5: Sheikh Abdullahi Dan Fodio and Contribution to Jihad

2 study hours

•Study the life and career of Sheikh Abdullahi Dan Fodio.
•Analyze his role in the Sokoto Jihad and his contributions to Islamic political thought.
•Assess the contributions of Muhammad Bello as a Caliph.

Week

10

Module III

2h

Unit 1: Islam in Southern Nigeria (Yorubaland)

2 study hours

•Discuss the advent of Islam into Southern Nigeria, particularly Yorubaland.
•Explain the pattern of its spread and the factors responsible for it.
•Assess the problems encountered during the spread of Islam.

Week

11

Module III

2h

Unit 2: Effects of Islam in Southern Nigeria

2 study hours

•Discuss the situation in Southern Nigeria before the advent of Islam.
•Explain the religious, educational, and socio-cultural effects of Islam on the area.
•Analyze the impact of Islam on the political landscape of Southern Nigeria.

Week

12

Module III

2h

Unit 3: The Coming of Colonialism and its impact on Islam in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Explain the process and establishment of colonial rule in Nigeria.
•Identify and explain the fears of Muslims and their leaders under colonial rule.
•Enumerate the reasons for the spread of Islam under colonial rule.

Week

13

Module III

2h

Unit 4: Arabic and Islamic Education in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Trace the origin of Arabic and Islamic education in Nigeria.
•Understand the factors responsible for the spread of Arabic and Islamic education.
•Discuss the pattern of the Arabic and Islamic education system and its challenges.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events in the spread of Islam in Nigeria.

2

Summarize the main contributions of Usman Dan Fodio and other key figures.

3

Compare and contrast the impact of Islam on different regions of Nigeria.

4

Review the structure and administration of the Sokoto Caliphate.

5

Practice answering essay questions on the challenges faced by Islam in Nigeria.

6

Focus on understanding the effects of colonialism on Islamic institutions.

7

Study the key concepts and figures related to Arabic and Islamic education.

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