Imperialism in Nigeria
Basic Facts
- Most populous country in Africa
- Extremely diverse
- English is the official language
- GDP $268.7 billion
- 70% are muslim 40% are christians
- Active member of the international community
- Petroleum Sector
- 70% Nigerians work in agriculture
History of Imperialism
Berlin Conference decided the faith of Africa
Missionaries in Nigeria
- Spread religious beliefs
- Secured natural resources
- Slave trade
Royal Niger Company
Labor
For Palm Oil and Palm Kernels
cocoa
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Current State
nigeria
- Federal Republic
- Lacks a strong sense of 'nationhood'
- Corrupt
Issues
- ethnic and religious conflicts
- corruption
- impending famine
highly dependent on oil
- soil degradation
- oil pollution
- water pollution
- deforestation
Negative effects
- High infant mortality rate
- separation of indigenous tribes
Positive effects
- Improved sanitation
- Provided hospitals and schools
- Improved transportation & technology
Citations
Coutsoukis, P. Nigeria: Early British Imperialism. web. retrieved on November 19, 2015.
Basic Facts about Nigeria. Embassy of Nigeria.
Koronye T. British Imperialism in
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Imperialism in Nigeria