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Nana Asma’u

Nigerian princess and poet

Nana Asma’u was born in 1793 in Sokoto, Nigeria and died in 1864.

Born

in 1793

Died: in 1864

Source:

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Birthplace
Sokoto, Nigeria
Professions
author, philosopher, poet, teacher, writer, founder
Citizenship
Sokoto Caliphate

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Family

Father
Uthman Dan Fodio

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Questions people ask

Where was Nana Asma’u born?

Nana Asma’u was born in Sokoto, Nigeria.

When did Nana Asma’u die?

Nana Asma’u died in 1864.