Uthman II of Kanem

Uthman II (ʿUthmān bin Idrīs) was mai (ruler) of the Kanem–Bornu Empire in the mid-14th century, ruling approximately 1366–1368.

Life Uthman II was a son of mai Idris I Nikalemi. His mother was named Famafa. Uthman II became mai in the mid-14th century, succeeding his namesake cousin Uthman I. Uthman I had died in battle against the Bilala, who were invading the empire from the east. Uthman II continued the war for two years, until he met the same fate. Like his predecessor, Uthman II was defeated and killed at Njimi (the imperial capital).Palmer, H. R. (1926). History Of The First Twelve Years Of The Reign Of Mai Idris Alooma Of Bornu (1571–1583) (Fartua, Ahmed Ibn). p. 113. He was succeeded as mai by his cousin (Uthman I's brother) Abubakar Liyatu.

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