JAMB History Past Questions & Answers - Page 114

566.

The greatest ruler in the history of Benin Kingdom was

A.

Oba Ewuare

B.

Oba Ewedo

C.

Oba Ovonramwen

D.

Oba Ewuakpe

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

567.

The failure of the Ogiso dynasty in Benin was attributed to

A.

Weakness and dependence of the rulers

B.

Peoples’ resentment against the system

C.

The declining economy of the state

D.

Inadequate supply of arms and ammunition

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

568.

The Ekiti Parapo was an alliance against

A.

The Muslim incursion into Yorubaland

B.

The rising power of Ibadan

C.

Christian missionary presence in Yorubaland

D.

The abolition of the slave trade

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

569.

The Queen mother, Magira, played a prominent role in the government of the

A.

Hausa States

B.

Kwararafa Kingdom

C.

Kanem Borno Empire

D.

Igala Kingdom

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

570.

The legendary founder of the Kanuri was

A.

Ali Ghaji

B.

Idris B. Ali Katagarmabe

C.

Idris Alooma

D.

Sayf B. dhi Yazan

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.