Berlin Conference formalized colonial penetration into Africa. It should be noted that the Berlin Conference of 1884/85, laid very strong foundation for colonial enterprise in Africa. It literally divided the continent among European powers such as:

1. Britain
2. France
3. Germany
4. Portugal

The major objectives of the colonialists in Nigeria as well as other parts of African Continent are as follows:
1. Economic Reasons
2. Missionary Activities
3. Adventure
4. Cultural Domination
5. Expansion of Market.