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JAMB Government 1979 Question 32

Question 32

Colonial Administration

In the organization of British colonial rule in West Africa, which of these was the lowest level of government and administration?

  1. A.The District Commissioner
  2. B.The Lieutenant-Governor
  3. C.The Chief Secretary
  4. D.The Provincial Commissioner
  5. E.The Governor
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The District Commissioner)

Explanation

The order ran Governor, Lieutenant-Governor, Chief Secretary, Provincial (Resident) Commissioner and then the District Commissioner (District Officer), who was the lowest British administrator.