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Question 1 Report
The Emir of Sokoto controls the ________ empire as one of the supreme headquarter.
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Question 2 Report
Freetown was use to facilitate ________ from 1822 to early 20th century.
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Freetown, which is the capital city of Sierra Leone, was used to facilitate the settlement of freed slaves from 1822 to the early 20th century. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, several British organizations and individuals began advocating for the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade and the emancipation of enslaved Africans. After the British Parliament passed the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833, which abolished slavery throughout the British Empire, many enslaved Africans were freed and needed a place to settle. In 1822, the British government established a settlement for freed slaves in Freetown, which had been founded by the Sierra Leone Company in 1792 as a home for repatriated Africans and other people of African descent. The freed slaves, known as the "recaptives," were resettled in Freetown and other parts of Sierra Leone. Freetown became a center of resettlement for freed slaves from all over West Africa, and the settlement of the recaptives continued until the early 20th century. Freetown also became a hub for the anti-slavery movement and the promotion of Christianity, as many of the recaptives were evangelized by Christian missionaries and educated in Christian schools. In summary, Freetown was used to facilitate the settlement of freed slaves from 1822 to the early 20th century, as the British government established a settlement for them in the city.
Question 4 Report
The discovery of Terracotta in 1928 on NOK soil in Kaduna state was by?
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The discovery of Terracotta in 1928 on NOK soil in Kaduna state was made by Colonel Dent Young, a British colonial administrator who was serving as the Resident of the Northern Province of Nigeria at the time. During a routine inspection of a tin mine in the village of Nok, Young stumbled upon some strange objects that turned out to be ancient terracotta sculptures. These sculptures were unlike anything he had seen before, and he immediately recognized their significance. Young made the discovery of the Nok Terracotta figurines by chance, but his efforts to document and preserve the findings helped to launch the study of ancient Nigerian art and culture. Today, the Nok Terracotta remains a crucial piece of African history, and a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.
Question 5 Report
The expansion of white communities in South Africa is a major cause of ________
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Question 6 Report
The Muslim reform movement have grown due to inspiration from all the following except
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The Muslim reform movement has grown due to inspiration from Pakistan, North Africa, and Arab countries. However, Argentina is not typically recognized as a source of inspiration for the Muslim reform movement. Pakistan, North Africa, and Arab countries have all seen significant political and social changes in recent years, which have led to increased interest in reforming traditional interpretations of Islam. These changes have been driven by a variety of factors, including political instability, economic hardship, and social inequality. As a result, many Muslims in these regions have sought new ways to practice their faith and have turned to reform movements as a means of achieving this. In contrast, Argentina is not typically recognized as a source of inspiration for the Muslim reform movement. While there is a small Muslim community in Argentina, it is not a major center of Islamic scholarship or activism. Therefore, it is less likely to be a source of inspiration for the Muslim reform movement compared to Pakistan, North Africa, and Arab countries.
Question 7 Report
One of the following is not feature of the traditional economic activities of the Yoruba people.
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Question 8 Report
The Mahdist rebel against the Egyptian authority was a success due to
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The Mahdist rebellion against the Egyptian authority was successful due to widespread support. The Mahdist rebellion was a religious and political movement that began in the late 19th century in Sudan. The movement was led by Muhammad Ahmad, who claimed to be the Mahdi or savior of Islam. The Mahdi and his followers were opposed to the Egyptian authorities, who were seen as corrupt and oppressive. One of the main reasons for the success of the Mahdist rebellion was the widespread support it received from the Sudanese people. The Mahdi was able to mobilize large numbers of people by appealing to their religious beliefs and promising to overthrow the Egyptian authorities and establish a just and fair Islamic state. The Mahdi's message resonated with many Sudanese who were unhappy with the Egyptian authorities and saw the Mahdi as a legitimate leader who could bring about positive change. In addition to the support of the people, the Mahdi's forces were also successful in military engagements with the Egyptian authorities. The Mahdi and his followers were able to defeat Egyptian armies in several battles, which further strengthened their position and weakened the authority of the Egyptian government. While the leadership skills of Gordon, the British Governor-General of Sudan, have been questioned in the aftermath of the rebellion, it is important to note that the rebellion was largely a result of popular dissatisfaction with the Egyptian authorities and their policies in Sudan.
Question 10 Report
__________ was who formed the name Nigeria after the amalgamation of Southern protectorate and Northern protectorate.
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The person who formed the name Nigeria after the amalgamation of the Southern and Northern protectorates was Flora Shaw. She was a British journalist and writer who was married to Lord Lugard, the first Governor-General of Nigeria. In 1914, Lord Lugard oversaw the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern protectorates, which created the country now known as Nigeria. Flora Shaw, who was then a colonial correspondent for The Times newspaper, suggested the name "Nigeria" as a way to describe the newly created territory. The name "Nigeria" was derived from the Niger River, which flows through the country, and was suggested by Flora Shaw in an article she wrote for The Times. The name quickly gained acceptance and was adopted as the official name of the country after its amalgamation. In summary, Flora Shaw was the person who formed the name Nigeria after the amalgamation of the Southern and Northern protectorates. She suggested the name "Nigeria" as a way to describe the newly created territory, and the name was quickly adopted and became the official name of the country.
Question 11 Report
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Lagos was annexed and became a British colony in 1861. This means that in 1861, the British took control of Lagos and it became a part of the British Empire. The British ruled Lagos as a colony until Nigeria gained independence in 1960.
Question 12 Report
The first regime to successfully transfer power back to civil rule was
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The first regime to successfully transfer power back to civil rule was Murtala/Obasanjo's regime. Murtala Ramat Muhammed became the head of state of Nigeria in a military coup in July 1975. He ruled for about 8 months before he was assassinated. Olusegun Obasanjo, his deputy, took over and ruled for about two and a half years before he handed over power to a civilian government in 1979, marking the end of military rule in Nigeria and the beginning of the country's second republic.
Question 15 Report
The Abacha's regime adopted a _______ posture with the international organizations.
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The Abacha regime adopted a confrontational posture with international organizations. This means that they were aggressive and uncooperative in their interactions with these organizations. They were more likely to challenge and resist the organizations' demands or requests, rather than complying with them. This confrontational approach may have been driven by a desire to assert their sovereignty or protect their interests, or simply a distrust of these international organizations.
Question 16 Report
One of the following is not a gearing factor towards the great trek.
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The panic that emigration might decline civilization is not a gearing factor towards the Great Trek. The Great Trek was a movement of Boers (Dutch-speaking farmers) who migrated from the British-controlled Cape Colony in South Africa during the 1830s and 1840s. The Boers had a number of reasons for undertaking the Great Trek, including a desire for freedom from British domination, the restoration of their economic, cultural, and political independence, and a fear of conflict on the eastern frontier of South Africa. The Boers believed that the British were encroaching on their way of life and that they needed to establish their own independent republics in order to preserve their culture and traditions. The fear that emigration might decline civilization was not a factor that motivated the Boers to undertake the Great Trek.
Question 17 Report
One but all are factors that lead to growth of nationalism in Nigeria.
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Question 18 Report
The spread of Islam across East Africa was a major impact of the _________
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Question 19 Report
The mid western region was created out of the ___________ in 1963.
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Question 20 Report
The method of tax collection introduced by the warrant chiefs in the Eastern Nigeria brought about __________
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Question 21 Report
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Due to colonialism, the new day Nigeria now has English as her official language. Nigeria was colonized by the British from the late 19th century until it gained its independence in 1960. During the period of British colonial rule, the English language was introduced and used as the official language for administrative purposes. After independence, English continued to be used as the official language for governance, education, business, and other formal communication. Today, English is spoken by the majority of Nigerians and serves as a unifying language for the country's diverse ethnic and linguistic groups. While Pidgin and Hausa are widely spoken in Nigeria, they are not official languages. French, on the other hand, was not introduced by the colonial authorities in Nigeria since Nigeria was not colonized by the French.
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The first African to be ordained bishop by the Christian missionary school and consecrated as bishop of the Niger territory is Ajayi Crowther. Ajayi Crowther was a Yoruba man from western Nigeria who was captured as a slave when he was a child and taken to Sierra Leone. There, he was rescued by Christian missionaries and educated at the Fourah Bay College in Freetown, where he became a teacher and a Christian missionary. In 1843, Crowther was selected to be part of the Niger expedition, which aimed to explore and open up the River Niger for trade and missionary work. Crowther played a key role in the expedition, acting as an interpreter and mediator between the expedition members and the local communities they encountered. After the expedition, Crowther continued his work as a missionary and was ordained as a deacon in 1847 and later as a priest in 1852. In 1864, he was consecrated as the first African bishop of the Niger territory, which covered the area now known as Nigeria. Crowther is recognized as a pioneer in the spread of Christianity in Nigeria and played a key role in the translation of the Bible into Yoruba and other Nigerian languages. He is also remembered as a symbol of the resilience and determination of Africans in the face of slavery and colonialism.
Question 23 Report
Before the fall of apartheid and expansion of franchise to all residents of the country, Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for
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Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years. Nelson Mandela was a leader of the African National Congress (ANC) and an opponent of the apartheid system in South Africa. He was arrested in 1962 and charged with sabotage and conspiracy to overthrow the government. He was sentenced to life in prison and was incarcerated for 27 years, most of which was spent on Robben Island. Despite his long imprisonment, Nelson Mandela remained a symbol of resistance against apartheid and a powerful voice for equality and justice. His release in 1990 was a major turning point in the struggle against apartheid, and he went on to become the first black president of South Africa in 1994.
Question 24 Report
Egyptian nationalism in late 18th century and early 20th century majorly aimed at ________
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Egyptian nationalism in the late 18th century and early 20th century mainly aimed at ensuring Egyptian independence. During this time period, Egypt was under the control of various foreign powers, including the Ottoman Empire, Britain, and France. Egyptian nationalists believed that their country should be governed by its own people and not by foreign powers. They sought to establish a sense of Egyptian identity and to create a government that was responsive to the needs and desires of the Egyptian people. One of the key figures in the Egyptian nationalist movement was Saad Zaghloul, who led the Wafd Party in the early 20th century. The Wafd Party called for an end to British occupation and for the establishment of a democratic government in Egypt. The party also demanded that Egypt be granted full independence and control over its own affairs. The Egyptian nationalist movement was also influenced by the rise of pan-Arabism, which sought to unite the Arab world and create a single, independent Arab state. Egyptian nationalists believed that Egypt should be at the forefront of this movement and should lead the way in creating a strong, independent Arab nation. In summary, Egyptian nationalism in the late 18th century and early 20th century aimed at ensuring Egyptian independence, as nationalists sought to establish a government that was responsive to the needs and desires of the Egyptian people and to end foreign control over their country.
Question 25 Report
The Coup that took Shehu Shagari out from office was a __________ coup.
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Question 26 Report
The Mahdist state or Sudanese Mahdiyya, was a _________ movement launched in 1881. Religious and Political
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Question 28 Report
The three existing groups before the creation of Organizations of Africa Unity in 1963 were __________
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The three existing groups before the creation of the Organization of African Unity in 1963 were the Casablanca Group, the Brazzaville Group, and the Monrovia Group. The Casablanca Group was made up of African countries that supported a more unified, federal approach to African independence and the formation of a united African state. It included countries such as Egypt, Ghana, Guinea, Mali, Libya, and Morocco. The Brazzaville Group, on the other hand, was made up of African countries that supported a more gradual, step-by-step approach to African unity and independence. This group included countries such as Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Gabon, and Madagascar. The Monrovia Group was made up of African countries that were considered more aligned with the Western powers and supported a more conservative, non-aligned approach to African unity and independence. It included countries such as Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Senegal. These groups had different ideas about how to achieve African unity and independence, and their different perspectives and approaches eventually led to the formation of the Organization of African Unity in 1963, which aimed to promote unity and cooperation among African nations.
Question 29 Report
The regional south Africa in Africa comprises of _________ countries.
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Question 30 Report
_______ who was the minister of defence staff of the republic of Biafra, formally renounced the existence of the state in 1970.
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Major General Philip Effiong was the minister of defence staff of the Republic of Biafra and formally renounced the existence of the state in 1970. The Republic of Biafra was a short-lived state in southeastern Nigeria that existed from 1967 to 1970, during the Nigerian Civil War. Major General Philip Effiong was the last head of state of Biafra and served as the minister of defence staff during the war. In 1970, after a long and bloody conflict, Effiong formally renounced the existence of the Republic of Biafra, effectively bringing the war to an end and reuniting Nigeria. Effiong's decision was a significant moment in the history of Nigeria and helped to lay the foundations for the country's ongoing unity and stability.
Question 31 Report
One of these is not an organ of Organisation of Petroleum exporting countries.
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The General Assembly is not an organ of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). OPEC is an intergovernmental organization that was established to coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its member countries. The main organs of OPEC are the Conference, the Board of Governors, and the Secretariat. The Conference is the supreme authority of OPEC and is comprised of representatives from each member country. The Board of Governors is responsible for overseeing the implementation of OPEC's policies and decisions, while the Secretariat is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day work of the organization.
Question 32 Report
One main factor that led to depopulation of Nigerians around 1715 to 1789 was?
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The main factor that led to depopulation of Nigerians around 1715 to 1789 was the Trans-Atlantic slave trade. This involved the capture, transport, and sale of millions of African people, including Nigerians, to European slave traders who took them across the Atlantic to work on plantations and in mines in the Americas. The slave trade resulted in significant loss of life, separation of families, and displacement of communities, which led to depopulation in many parts of Nigeria and other African countries.
Question 33 Report
Most Omani belongs to ________ muslim faith and are regarded as the followers of the Abdullah Ibn Ibad
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Most Omanis belong to the Ibadhi Muslim faith and are regarded as the followers of Abdullah Ibn Ibad. Ibadism is a branch of Islam that emerged in the early Islamic period and is distinct from the more widely known Sunni and Shia branches. Ibadis believe in the importance of consensus and consultation in matters of governance, and they reject the use of violence in religious disputes. Abdullah Ibn Ibad was a scholar who lived in the early Islamic period and is considered the founder of the Ibadhi branch of Islam. The majority of Oman's population is Ibadhi, and the country has a long history of tolerance and coexistence between different religious communities.
Question 34 Report
Ethiopia's lowlands and high plateau protected the country from __________
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Ethiopia's lowlands and high plateau protected the country from external invasion. This means that because of the geography of the country, which includes lowlands and a high plateau, it was difficult for foreign armies to invade and conquer Ethiopia. The rugged terrain and difficult to access areas made it hard for enemies to reach the core of the country and successfully invade it. This helped to protect Ethiopia from being taken over by other countries.
Question 35 Report
The _________ wield the administrative power over other Yoruba land in 19th century.
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The Oyo empire wielded the administrative power over other Yoruba land in the 19th century. The Oyo empire was a powerful kingdom that emerged in what is now southwestern Nigeria in the 14th century. At its peak in the 17th and 18th centuries, the Oyo empire was one of the most powerful states in West Africa and had significant influence over other Yoruba-speaking communities in the region. In the 19th century, the Oyo empire continued to exercise significant administrative power over other Yoruba lands. The empire had a well-structured administrative system with a central authority and local chiefs who had various responsibilities such as collecting taxes and maintaining law and order. The Oyo empire also had a powerful army which was used to maintain its authority over other Yoruba-speaking communities and protect its borders from external threats. Despite its power, the Oyo empire faced several challenges in the 19th century, including conflicts with other Yoruba states and European powers who were beginning to colonize the region. These challenges eventually led to the decline of the Oyo empire and the fragmentation of the Yoruba-speaking communities in the region.
Question 36 Report
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Sir Walter Egerton was the governor of the protectorate of Lagos and Southern Nigeria in 1906. He was a British colonial administrator who served in various capacities in different parts of Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Egerton was appointed as the governor of Lagos and Southern Nigeria in 1904, and during his tenure, he implemented various policies aimed at consolidating British control over the region. These included the introduction of a poll tax, the establishment of a legislative council, and the expansion of the railway network. Egerton also played a key role in the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates in 1914, which led to the creation of the modern state of Nigeria.
Question 37 Report
Every citizens of Benin kingdom is an Oba's subject and were regarded as ________
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Question 38 Report
Nigeria became the ________ member of United nation organization in 1960.
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Question 39 Report
The completion of the 36 states in Nigeria was done by ____________ in __________ year
Question 40 Report
The first capital of Kanem-Bornu was located at ________
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The first capital of the Kanem-Bornu empire was Njimi. Kanem-Bornu was a medieval empire that existed in what is now Chad and Nigeria. Njimi was the first capital of the empire, where the ruling king and government were based. Over time, the capital was moved to different locations, but Njimi remained an important city in the empire's history.
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