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Question
The leadership of Kanem-Borno before the Shehu was called the
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Before the rise of the El-Kanemi dynasty and the establishment of the Shehu as the paramount ruler, the traditional title for the ruler of the Kanem-Borno Empire was 'Mai'. The Mai was an ancient title reflecting the historical roots of the kingdom.
Hint
Recall the ancient titles of rulers in the Kanem-Borno Empire before the 19th-century reforms.