Which part of Nigeria was declared an extension of Britain in 1861?

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Which part of Nigeria was declared an extension of Britain in 1861?

  • Calabar
  • Kaduna
  • Lagos checkmark
  • Lokoja
  • Oil rivers

The correct answer is: C

Explanation

In 1861, Lagos was formally annexed by the British and declared a Crown Colony. This marked the beginning of formal British colonial rule in Nigeria.

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