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A centralized state is characterized by power concentrated in a single ruler, often a king or queen, supported by a hierarchical structure and a system of tribute collection. In pre-colonial Nigeria, examples include the Hausa states, Kanem Borno, and the Oyo Empire, which were governed by systems such as the Sarauta and Emirate systems. The spread of Islam in Hausaland influenced governance and culture, with rulers adopting Islamic principles in their administration and taxation.
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