One of the following majorly influence the success of Sokoto jihad

HISTORYJAMB 2016

One of the following majorly influence the success of Sokoto jihad

  • A. aligning with Yoruba's
  • B. lack of Unity among Hausa states
  • C. the mighty men of the Jihadist
  • D. military assistance from Igbo land

Correct Answer: B. lack of Unity among Hausa states

Explanation

The Sokoto jihad which happened in 1804, was a success mainly because of lack of unity among the Hausa state. Othman Dan Folio, the leader of the war then established the Sokoto caliphate with outstanding centralize political system.

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