The Amalgamation of Nigeria and its Significance.

Overview

Examine the background to the amalgamation. Discuss the factors which encouraged the merging of various administrative units under one political control. Describe the administrative arrangements that went with amalgamation. Examine the significance of amalgamation for Nigeria

Lesson details

Class: SS2
Subject: History
Theme: British Rule And Nigerian Reaction 1900-1914
Duration: 30:12

What you'll learn

Reasons for amalgamation.
Lugard’s conception of Nigeria and the nature of the amalgamation.
The administrative arrangements that went with amalgamation.
Significance of the amalgamation for the history of Nigeria.

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The Amalgamation of Nigeria and its Significance.

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