Question 39
NationalismNationalist movements in West Africa
- A.began earlier in the French colonies than in the British ones
- B.were given all necessary support by the colonial governors who were liberal at heart
- C.were assisted by indigenous individuals educated in Europe and North America
- D.were in fact encouraged and later led by traditional rulers who had the much-needed foresight and courage
- E.were parochial and did not really influence one another
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (were assisted by indigenous individuals educated in Europe and North America)
Explanation
West African nationalism was led by educated Africans who had studied abroad, such as Azikiwe, Nkrumah and Awolowo.