Islamic Law May Spread in Nigeria From: The Washington Report on Middle East Affairs | Date: April 30, 2000| Author: | Copyright American Educational Trust Apr 30, 2000. Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

Islamic Law May Spread in Nigeria

Despite complaints from Christians and opposition from President Olusegun Obasanjo, shariah, Islamic law, appears to be spreading in the West African nation of Nigeria. In January, Islamic courts were declared open in the northern Nigerian state of Zamfara, which adopted shariah last fall. Following training in Saudi Arabia, kadis, or Islamic judges, have been sworn in and are hearing cases.

Proposals to implement shariah in two other northern states, Kanu and Niger, have been met with protests by federal officials, Christians and some human rights advocates.

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