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JAMB Government 2004 Question 22

Question 22

Colonial Administration

The major motivation for British colonization of Nigeria was to

  1. A.westernize Nigerians
  2. B.spread religion
  3. C.protect Nigeria from external attack
  4. D.satisfy British economic interests
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (satisfy British economic interests)

Explanation

Britain wanted raw materials (palm oil, cocoa, groundnuts), markets for its goods and trade profits; economic interest was the main motive.