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Yes, In 1885 British claims to a West African sphere of influence received international recognition and in the following year the Royal Niger Company was chartered under the leadership of Sir George Taubman Goldie. In 1900 the company's territory came under the control of the British government, which moved to consolidate its hold over the area of modern Nigeria. On January 1, 1901 Nigeria became a British protectorate, part of the British Empire, the foremost world power at the time.
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Why did the British colonize Nigeria?
The British colonized Nigeria in 1884 due to their interest in Nigeria's natural resources. British accomplished their colonization through the use of military force. Any uprisings were swiftly dealt with, with little regard for Nigerian lives.
Why did Britain colonize Thailand?
Britain did not colonize Thailand.
Did Portugal colonize Nigeria?
No. Nigeria was a former British colony.
Did Spain colonize Nigeria?
becuse the are strong
What products did Nigeria give the British empire?
Britain wanted to colonize Nigeria because it had a wealth of petroleum, tin, iron ore, coal, limestone, niobium, lead, zinc and arable land. Nigeria, along with the majority of African countries offered an opportunity of economic advancement.
Why did Britain colonize Argentina?
Britain never colonised Argentina, Spain did.
What year did Britain colonize Sudan?
1899
When did Britain colonize Tanzania?
1890 at the partition
When did Britain colonize Burma?
1824 to 1948
When did Britain colonize Jordan?
After World war I
When did Britain colonize Uganda?
1000's
When did Great Britain take over Nigeria?
Britain took over Nigeria around 1901.
