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Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Discuss the colonial administrative headquarters of the British protectorate.
Colonial Administrative Headquarters Of British Protectorate
Two significant locations during this period were Calabar and Lokoja.
What is a Colonial Administrative Headquarters?
A colonial administrative headquarters is a central location where colonial powers established their administrative offices, courts, and other institutions to govern and control a region. These headquarters were strategically chosen for their accessibility, resources, and strategic importance.
Calabar
Calabar served as a key colonial administrative headquarters. Situated in the southeastern part of Nigeria, it played a pivotal role in the British administration. Calabar was a vital center for trade, commerce, and the coordination of colonial activities. The British established administrative offices, trade routes, and infrastructure in Calabar to facilitate their control over the region.
Lokoja
Lokoja, located in the central part of Nigeria, also served as a crucial colonial administrative headquarters. The strategic positioning of Lokoja allowed the British to manage and govern the territories around the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers. This confluence area was of great significance for transportation and trade, making Lokoja an essential administrative center during the colonial period.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about Colonial Administrative Headquarters Of British Protectorate, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is the significance of knowing colonial administrative headquarters?
- Can you name another colonial administrative headquarters besides Calabar and Lokoja?
- Explain the role of Calabar and Lokoja during the colonial era.
- Why do you think the British chose Calabar and Lokoja as administrative headquarters?
- How did the colonial administrative headquarters impact the lives of the people living in those regions?
Conclusion
We learned about the colonial administrative headquarters of Calabar and Lokoja. These locations played a crucial role in the British administration of Nigeria. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
