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| Muhammadu Bello محمد بلُّو | |
|---|---|
| Sarkin Musulmi (Commander of the Faithful) | |
| 1st Sultan of Sokoto | |
| Reign | 1817–1837 |
| Coronation | 22 April 1817 |
| Predecessor | Usman dan Fodio |
| Successor | Abu Bakr Atiku, a brother |
| Born | 3 November 1781 |
| Died | 25 October 1837 Wurno |
| Father | Usman dan Fodio |
| Religion | Islam[1] |
Muhammadu Belloⓘ (Arabic: محمد بلو) was the second Sultan of Sokoto[2] and reigned from 1817 until 1837. He was also an active writer of history, poetry, and Islamic studies. He was the son and primary aide to Usman dan Fodio, the founder of the Sokoto Caliphate and the first Sultan.[3] During his reign, he encouraged the spread of Islam throughout the region, increasing education for both men and women, and the establishment of Islamic courts. He died on October 25, 1837, and was succeeded by his brother Abu Bakr Atiku and then his son, Aliyu Babba.[4]
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