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GST 112 Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA Objective Question

Question

According to the text, which region had the earliest indication of the presence of Islam in Nigeria?
Options
A Hausaland
B Yorubaland
C Kanem-Borno
Correct Answer
D Sokoto Caliphate
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states, 'the earliest indication of the presence of Islam in Nigeria was in Borno, which emerged out of the ancient Kanem–Borno Empire.' This highlights Kanem-Borno as the region with the earliest Islamic presence.

Hint

Focus on the initial paragraphs of the 'Stages of the Establishment of Islam in Nigeria' section.

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