16 Questions
What was the administrative system of the Hausa kingdoms based on?
Emirates with a Sultan or Emir as the supreme ruler
What was the role of the age-grades in Igbo society?
They played a significant role in governance and decision-making
What was the role of the Ogboni Society in Yoruba governance?
They advised the king and chiefs on important matters
What was the system of government in the Yoruba kingdoms?
A monarchical system with a king
What was the name of the largest and most prominent Fulani empire?
Sokoto Caliphate
What was the title of the supreme ruler in the Hausa kingdoms?
Sarkin
What is the primary goal of assimilation in colonial administration?
To create a culturally homogenous population
Which type of colonial administration involves the colonizing power making decisions without input from local leaders?
Direct Rule
What is a characteristic of paternalism in colonial administration?
The colonizing power assumes a paternal role, making decisions for the colonized people
Which of the following is an example of indirect rule in colonial administration?
The French Empire's governance of its colonies
What is the primary purpose of centralization in colonial administration?
To concentrate decision-making power in the hands of the colonizing power
Which of the following is a characteristic of colonial administration?
Exploitation of the colony's resources and labor
What is the primary goal of colonial administration?
To manage the colony's affairs, including politics, economy, and social structures
Which of the following is an example of assimilation in colonial administration?
The French Empire's governance of its colonies
What is a characteristic of direct rule in colonial administration?
The colonizing power exercises direct control over the colony
What is the primary purpose of colonial administration?
To manage the colony's affairs, including politics, economy, and social structures
Study Notes
Pre-Colonial Administration of the Hausa/Fulani
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Hausa Kingdoms:
- 14th-16th centuries: Hausa states emerged in northern Nigeria, including Kano, Katsina, and Zazzau
- Each kingdom had a king (Sarkin) and a council of elders (Majlis)
- Administrative system based on emirates, with a Sultan or Emir as the supreme ruler
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Fulani Empire:
- 18th-19th centuries: Fulani jihadists conquered Hausa states and established a caliphate
- Sokoto Caliphate was the largest and most prominent, with a central authority and a system of emirates
- Administrative system based on a theocratic government, with the caliph as the supreme spiritual and temporal leader
Pre-Colonial Administration of the Igbo
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Decentralized System:
- Igbo society was organized into small, autonomous communities (villages) with no central authority
- Each village had its own government, with a council of elders and a chief (Eze)
- Decision-making was through consensus and consultation
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Age-Grade System:
- Social organization based on age-grades, with individuals progressing through age-grades as they grew older
- Age-grades played a significant role in governance, with each grade having specific responsibilities and authority
Pre-Colonial Administration of the Yoruba
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Monarchical System:
- Yoruba kingdoms, including Oyo, Ife, and Ibadan, had a monarchical system with a king (Oba) as the supreme ruler
- Kingship was often hereditary, with the king advised by a council of chiefs and elders
- Administrative system based on a centralized authority, with the king having significant power and influence
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Ogboni Society:
- A powerful secret society that played a significant role in governance and justice
- Ogboni members were chosen for their wisdom and integrity, and they advised the king and chiefs on important matters
Learn about the pre-colonial administration systems of the Hausa/Fulani, Igbo, and Yoruba ethnic groups in Nigeria, including their governance structures, leadership systems, and social organizations.
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