Celebrating Prophet Muhammad

Transliterated title: Biniiboo.

The manuscript is an old copy of an Arabic panegyric poem that praises Prophet Muhammad. It contains numerous glosses in Arabic and Soninke Ajami. The poem was written by the owner’s grandfather, Ibrahima Baba Dianko.

Custodial history: The owner inherited it from his father after his death.

Extent and format of original material: 114 pages.

Physical characteristics: Unbound manuscript. Some pages are torn and others show signs of water damage.

Owner(s) of original material: Ibrahima Kalilou Sagna.

Author(s) of original material: Ibrahima Baba Dianko.

Additional script information: Soninke Ajami.