This is a list of rulers of Kano since the establishment of the Bagauda Dynasty in 999. The early rulers are known almost exclusively from a single source, the Kano Chronicle, which was composed in the late 19th century.
This is a list of rulers of Kano since the establishment of the Bagauda Dynasty in 999. The early rulers are known almost exclusively from a single source, the Kano Chronicle, which was composed in the late 19th century.
Ibrahim Dabo () was the leader of the Fulani Sullubawa in Kano and founder of the eponymous Dabo dynasty. His progeny has lasted over two centuries reigning as Muslim rulers of the ancient city-state of Kano. The dynasty has become synonymous with the ancient city-state in affectionate sayings as "Kano ta Dabo Cigari". They have independently ruled the Kano Emirate from 1819 until the Battle of Kano in 1903 which as a result of British colonisation transformed into the Kano Emirate Council.
Dabo reigned as Emir of Kano from 1819 to 1846. He embarked upon policies to centralize the administration and raise revenue. During his reign he was responsible for establishing several ribats, including Fanisau and Waceni. His centralization saw the revival of old royal slave titles which he exploited to consolidate his power. Dabo invaded the Ningi chiefdom but was defeated by Gwarsum at Basshe.
The Kurmi Market is a large market in the city of Kano, Kano State, Nigeria. It was founded by Muhammad Rumfa, a King of Kano, in the 15th century. As of 2003, Sale Ayagi was chairman of the market's unions.
Kurmi Market has lent its name to a football team.