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GST 112 Study Session 10: DIASPORIC CULTURE AND NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT Objective Question

Question

Apart from economic issues and political instability, what other 'push factor' during the colonial and post-colonial periods influenced emigration from Nigeria?
Options
A Rapid industrialization and urbanization
B Land alienation by the colonial government
Correct Answer
C Expansion of higher education opportunities
D Increased foreign investment incentives
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 2 lists: "Specifically, developments such as land alienation by the colonial government, deterioration of economic conditions as evident in high rates of unemployment, political instability occasioned by military intervention in politics, the civil war as well as social tension, all constituted the 'push factor'."

Hint

Look for a factor that would dislodge people from their traditional lands.

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