JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 1766

8,826.

_________ led to the European merchant agenda for imperialism and smooth penetration of Nigeria

A.

The need to extend christianity in Africa

B.

Abolition of slave trade and the need for raw materials

C.

Need for Africa civilization

D.

Need to help Nigeria become federation

Correct answer is B

Abolition of slave trade cause the British capitalist to exploit foreign countries in order to get raw material to develop their industry.
 

8,827.

Sierra Leone finally got freedom from the British colonial domination in ________

A.

1975

B.

1961

C.

1964

D.

1960

Correct answer is C

Sierra Leone, one of the British west Africa colony, got her independence on 27th April, 1961 under the leadership of Sir Milton Margai who became their first prime minister.

8,828.

Nigeria became the ________ member of United nation organization in 1960.

A.

90th

B.

15th

C.

99th

D.

120th

Correct answer is C

United Nation Organization created in 1945, which foster on world peace and security has 193 members including Nigeria, who was her 99th.

8,829.

The Mahdist rebel against the Egyptian authority was a success due to

A.

They believe in God

B.

A fight back from every citizen

C.

There was a widespread support

D.

Gordon has little leadership skill

Correct answer is C

Due to the widespread support of the Mahdist revolt, it became successful at the end from Egyptian rule.

8,830.

One of the following is generally referred to as the first executive president in Nigeria

A.

Murtala

B.

Shehu Shagari

C.

Olusegun Obasanjo

D.

Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct answer is B

President Shehu Shagari became the first executive president in Nigeria after being successfully handed power to by the Olusegun Obasanjo military regime.