Historical Perception of Education for the Muslims Community before the Colonial Era in Nigeria

Abstract

Education should aim at the balanced growth of the total personality of man through the training of man spirit, intellect his rational self, feeling and bodily senses. Islamic education aims at establishing the fundamental purpose for human creation on this earth and the hereafter. This paper intends to present "Historical perception of education for the Muslims community before the colonial era in Nigeria” The paper employed analytical and historical research method. The paper is significance because it encompassed the vital areas for this research. It also highlights and discusses the Qur'anic school and the method of instruction in reading skills, learning environment, organizing resource and graduation ceremony. The research finding recommends the implementation of the objectives of Islamic education in the Nigerian school system.