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JAMB 2004 - Question 22

Government 2004 JAMB Past Questions - Question 22: The major motivation for British colonization of Nigeria was to

Choose the correct answers from the options given.

The major motivation for British colonization of Nigeria was to

A: westernize Nigerians

B: spread religion

C: protect Nigeria from external attack

D: satisfy British economic interests

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The major motivation for British colonisation of Nigeria was to satisfyBritish economic interest. They wanted a market for their raw and finishedproducts. Britain did not allow her colonies to trade directly with othercountries. Before Nigeria's independence, Britain spelt out the conditions oftrade. For instance she determined the prices of Nigerian import and exportcommodities.