This work analyzes the history of the application of Islamic law (Shari`ah) in Nigeria. It analyzes how Islamic law emerged in Nigeria toward the beginning of the 19th century and remained applicable until the arrival of the British Colonial regime in Northern Nigeria in 1903. It sheds light on how the law survived colonial rule and continues until today. Dr. Yushau Sodiq analyzes progressive elements in Islamic law over the past two centuries. He goes on to discuss many objections raised by the Nigerian Christians against the application of Islamic law, as well as how Muslims respond to such criticism. In a world that is often saturated with Islamophobia and ignorant misconceptions about Islam, this book aims to clarify and respond to many important concepts and ideas within Islamic religious tradition.
A History of the Application of Islamic Law in Nigeria Ebook
By: Yushau Sodiq
Publisher:
Palgrave Macmillan
Print ISBN: 9783319505992, 3319505998
eText ISBN: 9783319506005, 3319506005
Copyright year: 2017
Format: PDF
Available from $ 99.00 USD
SKU: 9783319506005
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