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The Legacy of Frederick Lugard in Nigeria
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Frederick Lugard (1914–1919) Frederick Lugard played a significant role in the creation of modern Nigeria. In 1914, he amalgamated the Northern and Southern Protectorates, bringing them together as one administrative unit called Nigeria. He introduced the system of indirect rule, which allowed traditional rulers to help administer local communities on behalf of the colonial government. This system helped the British govern a large territory with limited personnel. Lugard's policies laid the foundation for Nigeria's modern administrative structure and influenced the country's political development for many years.
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