Question 20
Pre-colonial Political SystemsWhich of the following was a great military and political power before the colonization of Nigeria?
- A.The Idoma kingdom
- B.The Nupe kingdom
- C.The Kwararafa empire
- D.The Igala empire.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (The Kwararafa empire)
Explanation
The Kwararafa (Jukun) empire of the Benue valley was a strong military power that raided as far as Kano and Zaria in the 17th century.