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WAEC Government 1993 Question 42

Question 42

Nationalism

One of the problems encountered by Nigerian nationalists in their struggle for constitutional changes was the

  1. A.opposition from traditional rulers.
  2. B.superior firearms of the colonial masters.
  3. C.opposition from the Queen of England.
  4. D.refusal of the Secretary of State to visit the colonies.
  5. E.corruption and high-handedness of the British officials.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (opposition from traditional rulers.)

Explanation

Under indirect rule traditional rulers worked with the colonial government and often opposed the educated nationalists who threatened their position.