Question 22
NationalismThe independence of Nigeria was in 1945 with the coming to power in Britain of
- A.Conservative Party.
- B.Tory Party.
- C.Liberal Party.
- D.Labour Party.
- E.Democratic Party.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Labour Party.)
Explanation
The Labour Party, which won the 1945 British election, favoured self-government for the colonies, and this speeded up the move to Nigeria's independence.