The method used by the British to facilitate the administration of Southern Nigeria was

A.

persuasion

B.

dialogue

C.

divide and rule

D.

trade association.

Correct answer is C

The method used by the British to facilitate the administration of Southern Nigeria was divide and rule.
The system brought about division between the traditional rulers who were looked upon a British puppets and the alienated educated elites thereby, strengthening the policy divide and rule.