The History of Agaie | Agaie Emirate

 This was a powerful woman who played a critical role during the fight between the Fulani Jihadist and the settlers in Agaie. During the war, sometime 1827 a woman named Sagi Nnakyastwa approached the elders to allow her to lead the Ewugi forces to the fight between them and the followers of Mallam Babba, and her approval was granted. On the day of the encounter, she ordered her stool to be placed at the camping site of Ewugi forces. With a bevy of virgin girls and her iron stick branded as Kandi in her hand, she sat on her stool and ordered the war drummers to continue chanting war songs on the approach of Fulani forces. Soon, a swarm of bees started to hoover in the sky toward the Fulani forces, which forced them to disperse. Some repeatedly died from the stings suffered by the bees. which also led to the suspension of the war. In 1828 another war was to commence to be led by the same powerful woman Sagi Nnnakyastwa. In the early hours of the day, the fight was to take place, she...

The Rukwaji wars in Agaie was a fight between them and the Fulani's. The Rukwaji was very strong in supporting the Ewugi during the fight with the Fulanis. and they Fulanis were not happy about that And even while the Ewugis was defeated, they still stand on their feet to fight against the Jihadist. After several attempt by the Fulanis on the Rukwaji they never yielded success. Then Mallam Babba decided to use another approach on them in order to defeat them. He asked his people to bring him a bunch of palm kernel and prayed on it for seven days and instructed his most senior servant to drop it at the source of stream water that the Rukwaji people use to drink, it was tied to a tree and the root was put in the river, when the root began to rot, the resident within the territory including the Rukwaji people after taking the water, they were caught with an epidemic. And the old days practice when an epidemic attack a community they whole will move out to another safe land. the Fulani...

 The Fulani Jihad refers to a series of Islamic holy wars or jihads initiated by the Fulani people in the 19th century across West Africa. This movement aimed to establish and spread Islamic rule and governance. While there were various Fulani jihads in different regions, it's important to note that the specifics can vary from one area to another. The Fulani Jihads were significant events in the history of West Africa, and they often involved complex social, economic, and political dynamics. The extension of Shehu Usman Dan Fodio-led Fulani jihad to Agaie was attributed to a Fulani man called Mallam Muhammadu Babba. He was the son of Mallam Attahiru of Yantumaki in the present Katsina State. After receiving his early Qur'anic education under Shehu Usmanu Dan Fodio, he decided to set out for the spread of Islamic faith. He left Sokoto with his Family and four other islamic scholars. The Scholars were. Mallam Dendo (Legendary founder of Islamic Bida), Mallam Alimi ( Legendary...

The specific occupations of the people in Agaie, like in many other places, varies based on factors such as geography, available resources, and historical developments. However, in many Nigerian communities, including those in Niger State where Agaie is located, there are common occupational patterns. Some of the basic occupations for people in Agaie  includes: Agriculture: Many communities in Niger State, including Agaie, engage in agriculture. The region's fertile land supports the cultivation of crops such as millet, sorghum, maize, yams, cassava, potato, rice and other staples. Livestock Farming: Animal husbandry, including the rearing of cattle, goats, and sheep, is a common occupation in many Nigerian communities, and Agaie is not left out. Livestock farming provides not only food but also materials such as hides and skins. Trading: Given Agaie's position within a broader economic network, trade is likely to be a significant occupation. Majority of the People involved ...

  Agaie is a town in Niger State, Nigeria. Niger State, where Agaie is located, has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. The area has been inhabited by various ethnic groups, and its history is closely tied to the broader history of Nigeria. The pre-colonial period saw the rise of various kingdoms and empires in the region, such as the Songhai Empire and the Kanem-Bornu Empire. These empires were influential in trade, culture, and governance. During the colonial era, Nigeria came under British rule, and the territories that make up present-day Niger State were part of the Northern Nigeria Protectorate. The colonial period significantly impacted the social, economic, and political structures of the region. After gaining independence in 1960, Nigeria went through a series of political changes and regional reconfigurations. Niger State was created in 1976 when the former Northwestern State was divided into Niger and Sokoto states. Minna, another town in Niger State, became...

Agaie is situated at about 37 kilometers east of present Bida town in Niger State. It is the capital of Agaie Emirate and the headquarters of the present Agaie Local Government Area of Niger State. Natives of the town and other Nupe-speaking people of Nigeria simply call it "Gaie" and pronounced as Gaye. Agaie town lies in the valley situated between 3 Rivers: Gbakogi River, Eyangi River, and Echingi. The Eyangi flows in the Northwest direction, the Gbakogi flows in the Southwest direction and the Echingi flows in the northwestern direction. As an island, the town is surrounded by rivers and a narrow belt of swamps formed by them. the River Gbakogi flows throughout the year and regularly overflows its banks during the rainy season, the other two rivers are seasonal as they dry up completely during the dry season, sometimes partially.  These rivers provide a vast land for farming. The lowland areas are used for the cultivation of rice, sugar cane, potatoes, and sometimes yams ...

According to Mason 1970, Agaie existed in a region that was far from any major Muslim political Occupation. It was founded in an area that was rather a province than the center of any pre-Jihad political system.  Agaie, in its early historical development, was saved from the interference of the rulers of neighboring; foreign, or indigenous. No existing traditional cities any invasion of Agaie. The inhabitants mainly engage in hunting, Farming, and dyeing activities through which they earn a living. They practiced IDOL worship and the name of their principal idol was WANZAYA, which post-fulani Agaie people referred to as "Kuti Wanzaya" The pre-Fulani Agaie society was structured on social status beginning with the royal class and followed by the non-royal mobility, the affluent, and then the peasants. Slaves were at the bottom of the ladder. Traditional Tittles existed in the pre-Fulani political administration of Agaie, some of which were later adopted in the Fulani dynasty o...