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About this Novel

*Story Overview: The Kingdom of Zazzau* In the heart of Zazzau town lies a kingdom of great significance within the Hausa territory and the broader West African region. The roots of Zazzau's history run deep, reaching back to the pre-Islamic era, before the Jahiliyyah period. **The Origin of 'Zazzau':** The name 'Zazzau' finds its origin in two possible sources. Firstly, it is linked to the characteristics of the land itself, described as 'zo-zo,' meaning muddy and infertile, making it unsuitable for agriculture. Another interpretation connects 'Zazzau' to a sword, carried by the leader in battle, known as the 'Madau-Zazzau' – not a king as we know it today. **Zazzau and Zaria:** It's essential to distinguish between Zazzau, the encompassing kingdom, and Zaria, the capital city where the king and his council reside. Various chiefs with their lands are under the king's authority, with orders sent to them. **The Foundation of Zazzau Kingdom:** In the era of paganism, before the arrival of Islam, the people were primarily engaged in farming and herding, moving from place to place in search of a better life.