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Songhai's Askia Musa: The Sultan Who Fought the Fulani Jihad
This episode explores the reign of Askia Musa, the Songhai emperor who faced the rising tide of the Fulani jihad in the early 16th century. We discuss his efforts to suppress the early jihad led by the charismatic cleric Karamoko Alfa, the Battle of Talwan, and how Songhai's military responded to the religiously charged rebellion. Along the way, we touch on Musa's background as a general under Askia Muhammad, his consolidation of power after a disputed succession, and the long-term impact of the jihad that would eventually topple the empire. We also look at the role of the Torodbe…
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