WAEC Geography 2004 Theory question 105

Theory question 105

Nigeria: People and Economy

For candidates in Nigeria: (a) Draw an outline map of Nigeria. On the map, show and name: (i) one area noted for the mining of any three of the following: crude oil; limestone; columbite; iron ore; (ii) one major town in any three of the areas shown in 5(a)(i) above. (b) Outline five ways in which crude oil contributes to the economic development of Nigeria.

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Model answer

(a) Crude oil: Niger Delta (Port Harcourt, Warri); limestone: Ewekoro (Abeokuta), Nkalagu (Enugu), Sokoto, Ukpilla (Okene), Calabar; columbite: Jos Plateau (Jos); iron ore: Itakpe (Okene), Agbaja (Lokoja).
(b) Main source of foreign exchange; main source of government revenue; employment; raw materials for petrochemical and fertilizer industries; fuel and energy for transport, industry and power; growth of towns and infrastructure; attracts foreign investment; training of manpower.

Explanation

Mark only three minerals, each with its town.