4 articles in this issue
Peter Clarke
Given that religion can contribute to the unity and integration of societies as well as to the reinforcement of division within societies, the role of Christianity in the process of nation building in West-Africa is studied. The article describes sa... see more
The millenarian notions of the Mahdi and Mujaddid as they existed in early Islam, and their impact on Nigeria is discussed with a view to establishing the aims of the West African mahdist movements, their social composition, leadership and achievement.&nb... see more
The work and life of Muhammed Jumad Imam, a Yoruba prophet and founder of the Mahdiyya movement, is discussed in some detail. Particular attention is given to the questions as to how opponents and followers understood his leadership and charisma usi... see more
The relations between the various Christian denominations in West-Africa and official Christian-Muslim relations have changed noticeably in recent times. The pre-colonial and colonial periods as well as the post-independence era is discussed with a ... see more