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BECE History 2023 Objective — Question 120

Question 120 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) History 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The British conquest of Nigeria started with the

  • A. amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914.
  • B. annexation of Lagos in 1861.
  • C. bombardment of Lagos in 1852.Correct
  • D. establishment of the Oil Rivers Protectorate in 1885.
  • E. revocation of the Royal Niger Company’s Charter in 1899.

Explanation

The British attack on Lagos in 1852 began the conquest.

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