Nationalism prior to the second world war was led by?

A. educated elites and chiefs
B. chiefs and elders
C. aggrieved cocoa farmers
D. African merchants

Correct Answer: Option A

A. educated elites and chiefs

Explanation

Nationalism can be defined as the desire for Africans to end all forms of foreign control and influence so as to be able to take charge of their political, social and economic affairs. The second world war helped build strong African nationalism, which resulted in a common goal for all Africans to fight for their freedom. World War II led to the decolonization of Africa by affecting both Europe and Africa militarily, psychologically, politically, and economically. it was basically made up of the educated elites who had been educated by west education and the chiefs who felt threatened they might lose their positions and place of authority amongst their subjects, if they do not fight back to retain their seats as traditional rulers.