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

Question

Which of the following newspapers, published by ex-slaves like the Jacksons and J. Bagan Benjamin in the late 19th century, played a significant role in mobilizing people against colonial rule and policies in Nigeria?
Options
A The Daily Times and The West African Pilot
B The Lagos Weekly Records and The Lagos Observer
Correct Answer
C The Nigerian Tribune and The Guardian
D The Comet and The Renaissance
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 6 mentions: "In Nigeria, the Lagos Weekly Records published by the Jacksons and the Lagos Observer published by J. Bagan Benjamin were of immense value in mobilising the people against colonial rule and colonial policies."

Hint

The question specifically names the publishers and the purpose of the newspapers.

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