- Almami
Almami (Also: Almamy, Almani, Almany) is a title of West African Muslim rulers, used especially in the conquest states of the 19th century. It is a contraction of
Amir al-Mu'minin (Arabic أمير المؤمنين) usually translated "Commander of the Faithful" or "Prince of the Faithful" (a better translation might be "Leader of the Believers"). In the Arabic world Amir al-Mu'minin is similar toCaliph s and to other independent sovereignMuslim rulers that claim legitimacy from a community of Muslims. It has been claimed as the title of rulers in Muslim countries and empires and is still used for some Muslim leaders.Famous holders of the title
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Alpha Ibrahima Sory Maoudho of theKingdom of Fouta Djallon Fulani state.
*Bokar Biro Barry of theKingdom of Fouta Djallon Fulani state.
*Rulers of the Mossi state of Liptako .
*Almany Niamody of the Toucouleur vassal state ofKaarta .
*Samori Ture of theWassoulou Empire .
*Maba Diakhou Bâ almamy of Rip, in the Saloum region, SenegalProper Name
In recent times the word has become a proper name in some areas of West Africa in honor of the historical figures known by the title.
Malian independence leaderAlmamy Sylla andGuinea n football playerAlmamy Schuman Bah are examples.References
*B. A. Ogot(ed). Africa from the Sixteenth to the Eighteenth Century. UNESCO General History of Africa (1999) ISBN 0852550952
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Bundu ,Futa Jallon ,Futa Toro and theSokoto caliphate ): aFulfulde version of the title imam."
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