A History of the Application of Islamic Law in Nigeria

Author:   Yushau Sodiq
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
ISBN:  

9783319844381


Pages:   168
Publication Date:   13 July 2018
Format:   Paperback
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A History of the Application of Islamic Law in Nigeria


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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. 

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Author:   Yushau Sodiq
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9783319844381


ISBN 10:   3319844385
Pages:   168
Publication Date:   13 July 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1. Nigeria: The Giant of Africa.- 2. A History of Islamic Law in Nigeria.- 3. Islamic Law after the Independence.- 4. The Structure of the Islamic Courts in Northern Nigeria.- 5. Christian Response to the Application of Islamic Law in Nigeria.- 6. Is the Application of Islamic Law in Zamfara State a Success or a Failure?  

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Dr. Yushau Sodiq is an Associate Professor at Texas Christian University and specializes on Islamic Studies, Islamic Law, African religions and Islam in America. 

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