Nana Asmaʼu
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Nana Asmaʾu pronunciationⓘ (full name: Asmaʾu bint Shehu Usman dan Fodiyopronunciationⓘ, Arabic: نانا أسماء بنت عثمان فودي; 1793–1864) was a Fula princess, poet, teacher, and a daughter of the founder of the Sokoto Caliphate, Usman dan Fodio.[1] She remains a revered figure in northern Nigeria. She is held up by some as an example of education and independence of women possible under Islam, and by others as a precursor to modern feminism in Africa.
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Born | 1793 |
Died | 1864 (aged 70–71) Sokoto Caliphate |
Religion | Islam |
Nationality | Nigerian |
Region | West Africa |
Denomination | Sunni |
Jurisprudence | Maliki |
Creed | Ash'ari |
Main interest(s) | Poetry, women's education, social protection, women's rights |
Tariqa | Qadiriyyah |
Other names | Nana Uwar daje Nana Asmaʼu bint Shehu Usman dan Fodiyo |
Occupation | Islamic scholar, Humanitarian Services, entrepreneur |
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