Chad (Lucyandanny)

Islamic Emirate of Chad إمارة تشاد الإسلامية (Arabic) 'iimarat tshad al'iislamia
Flag Coat of arms
Motto: لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ٱلله، مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُوْلُ ٱلله "Lā ʾilāha ʾillā Llāh, Muḥammadur rasūlu Llāh" "There is no god but God; Muhammad is the messenger of God."
Anthem: أغنية الوطنيين التشاديين 'ughniat alwataniiyn alttshadiiyn "Chadian patriots song"
Capital	N'Djamena
Largest city	Lagos
Official languages	Arabic
Demonym(s)	Chadian
Government	Unitary Deobandi theocratic Islamic elective absolute emirate
• Emir Allah Aljadid • Crown Prince Khalid Bin Faysal Allah • Prime Minister Delwa Kassiré Koumakoye
Legislature	None
Area
• Total	6,869,817 km2 (2,652,451 sq mi)
• Water (%)	77.17

Chad, officially known as the Islamic Emirate of Chad, is a sovereign state located in West Africa.

History

The Islamic Emirate of Chad emerged from a period of political upheaval marked by the overthrow of the existing Chadian government in 1951. Led by the Muharibu alhuriya, the coup resulted in the establishment of an Islamic state governed by Sharia law. The emirate faced initial resistance but gradually consolidated its power over the ensuing decades.

In November 1980, the Muharibu alhuriya launched a decisive offensive, overthrowing the existing government and reclaiming control over Chad. By May 1981, the emirate had firmly established itself as the ruling authority in Chad, imposing its strict interpretation of Islamic principles on the populace.

Government and Society

The Islamic Emirate of Chad is governed as a theocratic state under the leadership of the Muharibu alhuriya. The government enforced Sharia law, which governed all aspects of public and private life. Women faced severe restrictions, including bans on education and strict dress codes such as the mandatory wearing of the burqa in public spaces. The religious police, known for their vigilance and brutality, enforced these laws through public punishments and strict surveillance.

Cultural and Social Policies

Under the rule of the Islamic Emirate of Chad, all forms of entertainment and Western influences were strictly prohibited. Activities such as games, music, sports, and arts were banned, viewed as contrary to Islamic values and detrimental to societal morals.

International Relations

Internationally, the Islamic Emirate of Chad faced widespread condemnation and isolation due to its severe human rights abuses and authoritarian rule. The regime maintained tenuous relations with neighboring countries and faced sporadic resistance from secular and moderate factions within Chad.