Askia Daoud (also Askia Dawud), ruler of…

Askia Daoud (also Askia Dawud), ruler of the Songhai Empire, had peacefully succeeded Askia Ishaq I following that ruler's 1549 death.

The Empire has continued to expand under Daoud's rule, and sees little internal strife.

Daoud is particularly remembered for his victories against the Mossi as well as for being a hafiz, a person who has completely memorized the Qur'an.