Muhammadu Bangana

Mallam Muhammadu Bangana
Born	18th-century Kingdom of Kebbi
Died	1832 Rabba, Kingdom of Nupe
Other names	Mallam Dendo, Manko
Occupation	preacher
Known for	Founding the Bida Emirate in Nupe Kingdom
Children	7 sons and 2 daughters, including: Usman Zaki Gogo Habiba Muhammad Saba

Mallam Muhammadu Bangana (also known as Mallam Dendo or Manko) was a prominent historical figure in the 19th century in what is now modern-day Nigeria. He hailed from the Fulani community in Kebbi, located in the Northern Nigeria. ^{[1] [2]}

Biography

During the 19th century, when the Central Sudan region was undergoing significant changes due to the conquests led by Uthman dan Fodio, Mallam Dendo migrated to Nupe country. ^[3] This period marked the Nupe People's subjugation by the Emir of Gwandu. ^{[4] [5] [6] [7]}

Mallam Dendo participated in the transformation of the Nupe Kingdom. He is credited with establishing the Bida Emirate, a new political entity that lasted for almost 200 years, and introducing reforms that modernized Nupe society. ^[1]

Mallam Dendo was interested in studying Islam and became a leader in his community. His biography, from learning about Islam to founding the Bida Emirate in Nupe Kingdom, reflects his role in Nupe history. ^[8]

Mallam Dendo's legacy is still relevant today. He is regarded as a significant figure in Nupe history and culture. ^{[9] [10] [11]}

See also

• Abd al-Rahman Tsatsa

References

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2. Borofsky, Robert (1975). "Power, Authority and Disease: A Structural Analysis". Bijdragen tot de Taal-, Land- en Volkenkunde. 131 (1). Brill/KITLV/Royal Netherlands Institute of Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies: 1–33. doi: 10.1163/22134379-90002679 . ISSN   0006-2294. JSTOR   27861438.
3. Usmaniyya, Taskar Daular. "Takaitaccen Tarihin Mujaddadi Shehu Usmanu Danfodiyo". Muryar Arewa. Retrieved 4 October 2023.
4. Abdullahi, Ndagi (16 May 2021). Mallam Dendo Alias Manko. Independently Published. ISBN   979-8-5050-8691-9.
5. Idrees, Aliyu A. (18 November 2008). "Gogo Habiba of Bida: The Rise and Demise of a nineteenth Century Nupe Merchant Princess and Politician". African Study Monographs (in Latin). 12 (1). The Center for African Area Studies, Kyoto University: 1–9. doi:10.14989/68073. ISSN   0285-1601.
6. Blanton, R.; Fargher, L. (2008). Collective Action in the Formation of Pre-Modern States. Fundamental Issues in Archaeology. Springer. p. 41. ISBN   978-0-387-73876-5.
7. Usman, A.; Falola, T. (2019). The Yoruba from Prehistory to the Present. Cambridge University Press. p. 174. ISBN   978-1-107-06460-7.
8. Drivers of Conflict in Jos (Report). International Crisis Group. 2012. pp. 16, 20.
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10. "Dangantakar Harshen Hausa Da Nufanci: Nazarin Tasirin Hausa A Kan Harshen Nufanci (4)" . Retrieved 4 October 2023.
11. "Cultural heritage: What you need to know about the Etsu Nupe's palace". Tribune Online. 10 November 2021. Retrieved 4 October 2023.