The fascinating history of the Al Bu Kharaiban Nuaimi rule in Ajman dates back to 1816, a time when Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi and his devoted followers took the coastal settlement of Ajman in a short-lived conflict with members of the Al Bu Shamis Nuaimi tribe. Although Sheikh Rashid's attempts were initially thwarted, he persisted, and in 1816 or 1817, the Ajman fort finally fell to his followers. This momentous victory allowed him to establish his rule over the region.
It is worth noting that Sheikh Rashid's vision and determination could not have been achieved without the unwavering support of the powerful Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi of the neighboring Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah. With Sheikh Sultan's endorsement, Sheikh Rashid's rule was legitimized, paving the way for a new era of prosperity and development in Ajman. It is truly remarkable the impact that the Al Bu Kharaiban Nuaimi rule has had on the city of Ajman.
