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British Colonization of Nigeria

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  • British had an overwhelming

advantage over Nigeria.

  • The British had guns while

the Nigerians had to fight with

only spears to defend themselves.

  • This indicates that the

Nigerians would struggle against

the British.

  • Nigerians bonded as one to fight the

British.

  • Nigerians dedication and determination to gain there independence led them to a victory against British soldiers.

  • They received there independence by the year 1960.
  • British colonized Nigeria for their

natural resources as well as spread the

Christian religion.

  • Nigeria was rich in natural resources

such as oil, coal, and metals.

  • About 80% of Nigerians were muslims

a lot of them were convinced to change there religion, but few did not agree to convert to Christianity.

Why did the British choose

to colonize Nigeria?

How did Nigeria fight

back to the British Colonization?

Conclusion:

British colonized Nigeria mainly because of they had access to

rich natural resources. Furthermore, to spread the religion of

Christianity to the people of Nigeria. Nigerians, desperate to be

liberated, suffered a defeat before actually gaining their independence by the year 1960.

Nigeria

British

Works Cited

  • www.studymode.com

  • http://www.nijacol.com/2011/05/02/the-english-colonization-of-the-people-of-nigeria/

  • http://www.studymode.com/essays/British-Colonize-Nigeria-132012
  • http://www.zionchristianministry.com/international/africa/the-christian-church-in-northern-nigeria/
  • www.nijacol.com/2011/05/02/
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