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Oba Ewuare of Benin Kingdom is credited with having

Oba Ewuare of Benin Kingdom is credited with having

  • A.
    successfully opposed British imperialism
  • B.
    successfully managed monopoly over trade which the British found irksome
  • C.
    succeeded Ovonramwen
  • D.
    transformed Benin city into a city-state
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation

Oba Ewuare is notable for having transformed Benin city into a City-State from a military fortress built by the Ogisos, protected by moats and walls. His era is notable, being the first Golden Age Oba.