Which of the following played the greatest role in the British conquest of Nigeria?

History JAMB 2002

Which of the following played the greatest role in the British conquest of Nigeria?

  • The John Holt Company
  • The Royal Niger Company checkmark
  • The Church Missionary Society
  • The Roman Catholic Mission.

The correct answer is: B

Explanation

The Royal Niger Company was charted to administer the British territories around the River Niger, so it employed the services of Captain Lord Lugard to establish its authority over the area.
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