Concept:The success of the Sokoto jihad is best explained by the internal political weakness of the Hausa states rather than by foreign support.
Explanation:The Sokoto jihad began in 1804 under the leadership of Usman dan Fodio.
The major reason it succeeded was the lack of unity among the Hausa states.
Each Hausa kingdom was independent and often fought one another.
Because they were divided, they could not combine forces to defeat the jihadist army.
This disunity made it easier for Usman dan Fodio's forces to conquer the region.
After the victorious campaigns, Usman dan Fodio established the Sokoto Caliphate with a strong centralised political system.
No support from the Yoruba or Igbo contributed to this success.
The success depended neither on alliances with Yoruba nor on military help from Igbo land.
The might of the jihadists was useful, but it was the divided condition of the Hausa states that truly opened the way.
Answer:B. lack of Unity among Hausa states