About the Book

This article provides a geographical and historical background to the study of Islam in Nigeria, highlighting its spread into West Africa and its impact on the region. The author traces the introduction of Islam to the area, its role in trade and the formation of political units, and the eventual emergence of Islamic empires. The article also discusses the influence of Islam on Nigerian languages, the rise of reformer Shehu Othman Dan Fodio, and the subsequent establishment of a Muslim kingdom in Northern Nigeria. The piece concludes by reflecting on the evolution of Islam in Nigeria and its potential contributions to the nation's future and humanity's progress.