Which economic factor was a major influence behind the 1914 amalgamation?
- The financial deficits in Northern Nigeria
- The need to control oil resources
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The desire to unify currency systems
- The expansion of railway networks
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
The desire to unify currency systems was a major economic factor behind the 1914 amalgamation of Nigeria. The British colonial administration aimed to streamline economic policies and governance by unifying the currency systems in the region.