Overview
Identify on the map the area referred to as the Hausa States Mention the main phases through which Hausa States passed in their evolution to Statehood. Identify the main economic activities of the Hausa States like Kano and Katsina. Explain why wars were fought among different States in Hausa land. Discuss the nature of relations between the Hausa States and other Nigerian peoples especially their neighbours e.g. Fulani, Nupe and Yoruba.
What you'll learn
- From Village settlement to town, indicating factors involved in the development of Hausa States.
- Hausa socio-political organisation
- The economy of Hausa land (agriculture, fishing, trade, crafts and industries.)
- Wars fought by Hausa States
- Efforts at empire building in Hausa land: - Zaria (Zazzau), Kano, Katsina, Gobir, kebbi and conflicts between these States.
- Islam in Hausa land and its impact.
- Relations between Hausa States and other Nigerian groups especially Borno and the peoples of the Niger-Benue Confluence region.