JAMB - History (2012 - No. 16)
A major reason for the introduction of indirect rule in Northern Nigeria was to
ensure perfect control of the economy
further weaken the position of the elite class
assist the Christian missionaries in their activities
secure cheap labour for railway construction.
Εξήγηση
Control of the economy would grant them unhindered access to raw materials for the European industries
and ready markets for the products from the industries.
and ready markets for the products from the industries.