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The administration of the Caliphate

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TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK TWO

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIPHATE

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Discuss the administration structure of the Sokoto Caliphate

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the administration of the Sokoto Caliphate

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement.

                                                                 

STEP 2

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIPHATE

The administration of the Sokoto Caliphate was characterized by a hierarchical structure with a strong emphasis on Islamic principles and governance. Here's an overview of its administration:

  1. Caliph (Sultan): At the top of the administrative hierarchy was the caliph, also known as the Sultan, who held ultimate authority in religious, political, and military matters.
  2. Emirs: Below the caliph were emirs, who served as provincial and district rulers within the caliphate. Emirs were responsible for governing their respective territories, collecting taxes, maintaining law and order, and providing military support to the central government.
  3. Council of State: The caliph was advised by a council of state composed of prominent scholars, military leaders, and administrators. This council assisted the caliph in decision-making processes, policy formulation, and resolving disputes within the caliphate.
  4. Qadis (Judges): Islamic law (Sharia) played a central role in the administration of justice within the Sokoto Caliphate. Qadis, appointed by the caliph or emirs, presided over courts and adjudicated disputes according to Islamic legal principles.
  5. Administrative Divisions: The caliphate was divided into provinces, districts, and villages, each governed by appointed officials who reported to higher authorities.
  6. Taxation: The caliphate levied taxes, including agricultural produce, livestock, and trade, to finance its administration, military campaigns, and public infrastructure projects.
  7. Military Organization: The Sokoto Caliphate maintained a standing army, known as the Fodiawa, which was responsible for defending the caliphate, enforcing Islamic law, and conducting jihad against non-Muslims or rebellious factions within the territory.

EVALUATION: 1. Identify and explain 5  administrative offices of the sokoto caliphate.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively