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Askia Muhammad
He introduced laws which were based on the teachings of the Quran.
Songhai empire
He introduced laws which were based on the teachings of the Quran.
The most famous ruler of Songhai was Askia the Great (Askia Muhammad I), who ruled from 1493 to 1528. He expanded the empire, promoted Islam, and established a system of government that helped strengthen Songhai's power and influence in West Africa.
Songhai was a monarchy run by the king, Askia Muhammad Toure
Askia the Great(Muhammad Ture)
Askia Muhammad gain his power and respect to get control of songbai
Askia Mohammed I established the Askia Dynasty in the Songhai Empire in the late 15th century. He was a devout Muslim and greatly expanded the empire's territory through conquest and diplomacy.
Some of the notable rulers of the Songhai Empire were Sunni Ali, Askia Muhammad, and Askia Daoud. Sunni Ali is credited with establishing the empire, while Askia Muhammad brought stability and organized administration. Askia Daoud's rule marked the decline of the empire due to internal strife and external pressures.
Askia the great:A king of the Songhai empire- born in 1442, died in 1538, full name: Muhammad Ture. From: Soninke
For religion and perhaps he wanted to..expand...the Songhai empire.