The system of indirect rule failed in the former Eastern Nigeria primarily because

A.

of the fragmented political structures

B.

the Chief refused to cooperate with colonial officers

C.

the high incidence of taxation Chief refused to cooperate with colonial officers

D.

the colonial officers imposed warrant chiefs on the people

Correct answer is A

It had no absolute leader unlike the Hausas and the Yoruba's. Furthermore they had no political mouthpiece or leader. This system is described as 'acephalous'.