The main reason for the construction of the railway from Port-Harcourt into the hinterland was…

The main reason for the construction of the railway from Port-Harcourt into the hinterland was the
  • A.
    discovery of tin in Jos area
  • B.
    discovery of a deep sea harbor at Port-Harcourt
  • C.
    discovery of coal at Udi
  • D.
    need to evacuate export crops from the hinterland.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

Coal is a very heavy mineral which cannot be carried by road transport

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