Question 156:

• JAMB 2010

The failure of the Ogiso dynasty in Benin was attributed to

A. Weakness and dependence of the rulers
B. Peoples’ resentment against the system
C. The declining economy of the state
D. Inadequate supply of arms and ammunition.

Question 157:

• JAMB 2010

The greatest ruler in the history of Benin Kingdom was

A. Oba Ewuare
B. Oba Ewedo
C. Oba Ovonramwen
D. Oba Ewuakpe.

Question 158:

• JAMB 2010

Armed resistance to British rule in Northern Nigeria ended with the conquest of

A. Kano and Sokoto
B. Bida and Kano
C. Katsina and Kano
D. Bauchi and Katsina.

Question 159:

• JAMB 2010

An outstanding reason for the abolition of the trans-Atlantic slave trade was

A. Industrial revolution
B. Nationalist agitation
C. Legitimate trade
D. Railway construction.

Question 160:

• JAMB 2010

A major factor that led to the success of the Sokoto jihad was

A. Military assistance from Borno
B. Lack of unity among the Hausa states
C. The use of fire-arms by the jihadists
D. Periodic divine interventions.