Polity Emirate of Muri

This article is about the specific polity Emirate of Muri and therefore only includes events related to its territory and not to its possessions or colonies. If you are interested in the possession, this is the link to the article about the nation which includes all possessions as well as all the different incarnations of the nation.

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In 1817, Muri was founded as a Fulbe jihad state in modern-day Nigeria.

Establishment

  • January 1818: In 1817, Muri was founded as a Fulbe jihad state.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • January 1893: From 1892 to 1893, the Emirate of Muri became a de facto French protectorate under the leadership of Emir Abd al-Qadir. This marked the beginning of French influence in the region, eventually leading to the establishment of the Emirate of Muri (France).
  • January 1894: The Emirate of Muri was a de facto French protectorate until 1893.

Disestablishment

  • January 1902: In 1901 the Emirate of Muri became a province of the British protectorate of Northern Nigeria.