Socio Political Organisation of Borno

In Borno, kingship was hereditary and the king was assisted by a council of twelve.

The councilors were mainly from royal families and their appointment was for their life lime.

Distinguished and loyal slaves were also appointed as councilors. Thus, the important ones among them were:

1. The Keigama – Commander-in-chief and warden
2. The Yerima- Warden of the north
3. The Galadima -Warden of the West.
4. The Magira – The king’s official elder sister.
5. The Gumsu – The first wife of the king, etc.
6. THE ECONOMY OF BORNO: The main sources of Borno revenue came from taxes from subjects and vassal states.
7. They also exported slaves, copper; potash, and grains while they Imported salt and kola nut.