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JAMB Government 2010 Objective — Question 27

Question 27 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Government 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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27. Which of these rulers resisted colonial rule and was deported to Calabar? A. King Jaja B. King Kosoko C. Oba Ovoraniwen D. King Dosunmu

  • A. King JajaCorrect
  • B. King Kosoko
  • C. Oba Ovoraniwen
  • D. King Dosunmu

Explanation

King Jaja of Opobo resisted colonial rule and was deported/exiled to Saint Vincent via Calabar, while monopolizing oil trade to prevent the colonial power from partaking freely in it.

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