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WAEC Government 1996 Question 31

Question 31

Colonial Administration

Which of the following was the most senior official under the British colonial administration? The

  1. A.District Officer
  2. B.Lieutenant Governor
  3. C.President
  4. D.Governor
  5. E.Secretary for Native Affairs.
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Answer: D (Governor)

Explanation

In the colony the Governor (later Governor-General) was the highest official, with Lieutenant Governors, Residents and District Officers under him.