The British established the colony and procterate of Nigeria in 1901 not 1914
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The Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria was formed from two
protectorates on New Years Day, 1914. This occurred not directly
under the hand of, but from the recommendation of Sir Frederick
Lugard.
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Northern Nigeria Protectorate was created in 1900.
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Southern Nigeria Protectorate was created in 1900.