Question

Nigeria gained independence in 1963 but the conflict between the tribes led to a Civil War. They found oil reserves which led to exploitation of reserves and deforestation. What can be inferred from the paragraph?

• A. Nigeria has several tribes that have always lived together and supported each other.
• B. Natural resources resolved the conflict among tribes.
• C. Oil resources have affected the vegetation and increased exploitation.
• D. Nigeria is a republic state and people can use oil reserve for their benefits.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Oil resources have affected the vegetation and increased exploitation.

Nigeria gained Republic status on October 1, 1963. The cultural differences, inequalities in the education system and the economy in different parts of Nigeria led to a civil war. Military rule was imposed throughout the country. Among all these protests the people found oil reserves which led to exploitation of oil resources, deforestation and oil spills that has have harmed vegetation, wildlife and people.