Exploring Nigeria's History

What year did Nigeria gain independence from Britain?

• 1955

• 1975

• 1965

• 1960

Who was the first Prime Minister of Nigeria?

• Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa

• Muhammadu Buhari

• Olusegun Obasanjo

• Nnamdi Azikiwe

Which event marked the beginning of colonial rule in Nigeria?

• The annexation of Lagos in 1865

• The signing of the Treaty of Lagos in 1870

• The discovery of oil in the Niger Delta in 1956

• The establishment of British protectorate in 1885

What was the primary reason for the Nigerian Civil War?

• Ethnic and political tensions, particularly involving the Igbo people.

• Colonial legacy and foreign intervention.

• Economic disputes over oil resources.

• Religious conflicts between Muslims and Christians.

Who was the leader of the Biafran side during the Civil War?

• Major General Ibrahim Babangida

• Colonel Mohammed Buhari

• Colonel Odumegwu Ojukwu

• General Yakubu Gowon

Which document marked the end of colonial rule in Nigeria?

• Nigerian Independence Agreement of 1965

• Lagos Treaty of 1963

• Independence Constitution of 1960

• British Colonial Act of 1954

What was the main goal of the Nigerian independence movement?

• To increase foreign investment in Nigeria.

• To promote British interests in Nigeria.

• To establish a monarchy in Nigeria.

• To end British colonial rule and achieve self-governance.

Which major Nigerian leader was known for his role in the independence movement and later became the first President?

• Olusegun Obasanjo

• Ahmadu Bello

• Nnamdi Azikiwe

• Muhammadu Buhari

What year did the Nigerian Civil War start?

• 1965

• 1970

• 1967

• 1969

What was the primary economic activity in Nigeria during colonial rule?

• Manufacturing of textiles

• Fishing and seafood export

• Agricultural export, particularly palm oil and cash crops.

• Mining of gold and diamonds