Succession to the throne in Kano

Succession to the throne in Kano

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Considering the problem of succession we have to deal with various factors, such as, rules click here of succession (selection of a new ruler), time of accession, the way of choosing a successor.In this article, I will try to answer the questions relating to the first of the above factors, namely: Who was predestinate to inherit the throne and whether there were any strict rules deciding that? Answers to these questions may be hidden in The Kano Chronicle.Despite the fact that veracity of information contained in it is sometimes questionable, particularly with reference to the prejihadic period click here of the history of Kano, still it is the best source that we have at our disposal.

Furthermore, I am certain that the picture of heirdom to the throne conforms to the reality (at least the bigger part of it).