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Askia Muhammad was a ruler of Songhai. During his reign, he strengthened Islam, promoted education and also made laws.

Also, the city that helped to spread Islam within the empire is called Timbuktu which also became a center of learning and wealth.

Askia, during his reign developed the Songhai Empire. He strengthened the empire and turned it to be one of the biggest empires in the history of Africa.

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The Songhai Empire consists of Hausa states which include Kano. Kano is currently a state in modern-day Nigeria. Askia’s policies transformed the Songhai Empire as it resulted in the expansion of trades with other continents, particularly Europeans and Asia.

Askia also created several schools and established Islam which formed an integral part of the Songhai Empire.

Some of the policies embarked upon by Askia to strengthened Islam include

  • He established Islam, which also formed an integral part of the empire
  • He established several religious schools
  • He also constructed several mosques
  • Askia also allow scholars and poets from around the world to visit his courts
  • He also allowed the practice of other religion within the Empire and did not force Islam on anyone
  • He was a good administrator and encouraged trade among the people within the Empire.

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The Songhai empire strengthened Islam through its continuous use of Islam as the official religion of the state.

Askia Muhammad is responsible for strengthening Islam in the empire. The laws that were enforced were based on Islamic principles and he made use of Muslim judges.

Islam was introduced into this empire in the year 1019. Although after its introduction, the people still stayed faithful to their traditional religions.

The empire was established by Sunni Ali. Sunni's dynasty was folllowed by Askia's dynasty.

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