Under the pre-colonial Sokoto Caliphate system; the next in command to the sultan was the?

A. Alkali
B. Galadima
C. Madaki
D. Waziri

Correct Answer:

Option D – Waziri

Explanation

Waziri was the next in command to the Sultan under the pre-colonial Sokoto Caliphate system. He was the Emir. He performed the duties of the modern day Prime Minister in a cabinet system of government. He settled inter-emirate disputes.