Idris Alooma

Idris Alwma (1580–1617) is mai (king) of the Kanem-Bornu Empire, located mainly in Chad, Cameroon and Nigeria.

His name is more properly written Idris Alawma or Idris Alauma.

An outstanding statesman, under his rule (1564–1596) Kanem-Bornu touches the zenith of its power.

Idris is remembered for his military skills, administrative reforms and Islamic piety.

His feats are mainly known through his chronicler Ahmad bin Fartuwa.