The Native Authority system of local administration was introduced by the British in Nigeria to?

A. introduce Western education
B. ensure the administration of justice
C. empower traditional rulers
D. facilitate tax collection

Correct Answer:

Option C – empower traditional rulers

Explanation

The Native Authority system of local administration was introduced by the British in Nigeria to Empower Traditional Rulers.

This power given to the traditional rulers helped to achieve such objectives as:

This power given to the traditional rulers helped to achieve such objectives as:

1. Facilitating administration

2. Facilitating tax collection

3. Maintenance of law and order.

4. Introduction of Western Education

5. Maintenance of political stability, etc.