Muhammed Bello

Muhammed Bello is the second Sultan of Sokoto and reigns from 1817 until 1837.

He is also an active writer of history, poetry, and Islamic studies.

He is the son and primary aide to Usman dan Fodio, the founder of the Sokoto Caliphate and the first Sultan.

During his reign, he encourages the spread of Islam throughout the region, increasing education for both men and women, and the establishment of Islamic courts.

He dies on October 25, 1837 and is succeeded by his brother Abu Bakr Atiku.