Yabo is a Local Government Area in Sokoto State, Nigeria.

[3] The people of Yabo under the leadership of their king and scholar, Muhammadu Moyijo played a pivotal role towards Islamic teaching, reformation and establishment of Sokoto Caliphate led by Sheik Uthman Bn Fodiyo.

Moyijo was a close friend, companion and supporter of Sheik Uthman Bn Fodio.

He accompanied Sheik in several of his Islamic outings and spread his teaching around his localities.

In view of his vast knowledge in both Islamic teachings, administration and defence, Moyijo was appointed as the leader as well as the Flag bearer in-charge of Kebbi.