Overview
Describe the general conditions in Bornu States at the beginning of the 19th century. Discuss the impact of weak rulers on Bornu. Examine the link between events in Gobir and those in Bornu. Examine the circumstances that led to the emergence of El-kanemi in Bornu.
What you'll learn
- Bornu at the beginning of the 19th century had weak army, disgruntled minorities etc.
- The Fulani rebellion in Bornu.
- The crisis in Bornu and the invitation of el-Kanemi.
- The coming of el-Kanemi, the restoration of order, the total collapse of the Seifawa dynasty and the beginning of El-kanemi’s Shehu dynasty.