June 1915. Bussa, Borgu in Nigeria. The British ruled Nigeria and other colonies in Africa through the tribal rulers already in place. The approach was supported by Frederick Lugard as a means to bolster native support for indirect rule. However, British rule and aggressive taxing would lead to the Bussa Rebellion. THE BUSSA REBELLION Bussa's emir, Kitoro Gani wasn't […]
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