The history and growth of English language in nigeria?

Answer 1

English began to be spoke in Nigeria as far back as the early 1800s, due to the large British naval presence which had been sent there to attempt to halt the slave trade. It became embedded in the country with British colonial control of the region, which began in the late 19th century and ended with Nigerian independence on 1 October 1960.

Because English was the language of the colonial administrators, and of the British technical personnel who directed the development of the country and its educational structures during the colonial period, it became a common language used by many who did not otherwise speak the the same language. Upon independence, English was declared to be an official language of Nigeria.

Answer 2

Most probably from The Royal Niger Company formed in 1866. Also on January 1st, 1901, Nigeria became a British protectorate, part of the British Empire.

Long before that (1700's) slave traders from Britain introduced English.

Answer 3

English became the official language of Nigeria on October 1, 1960, when Nigeria gained its independence from the British. However, English began to be spoke in Nigeria as far back as the early 1800s, due to the large British naval presence which had been sent there to attempt to halt the slave trade.

Answer 4

English was introduced into the area in 1885 when England claimed the area as a 'sphere of influence' for trading purposes. In 1900 the area came under the control of the British Government and in 1901 became a Protectorate until 1960 when Independence was granted.

Answer 5

Nigeria became a colony of Britain in the 19th century. As a result, the education and formal employment systems function entirely in English.

Answer 6

British explorers, slave traders, and colonists.

Answer 7

English is the official language of Nigeria. The history of English in Nigeria dates back to early 19th Century when the colony was ruled by British Empire.

Answer 8

Nigeria was part of the British Empire in the 1920's. This means that locals would've probably learnt from the British soldiers that were there.

Answer 9

Because we were colonised by the british