British Empire Article


Serikin Sudan: Emir of Kontagora


This photo shows the Serikin Sudan who was based in Kontagora in North-West Nigeria. Serikin Sudan refers to an honorific title given to the Emir of Kontagora for his role in the Fulani conquest of the Sahel in the 18th century. Photograph courtesy of National Archives


An ADO in Zuru Article


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