Southern Nigeria in Transition 1885-1906 : Theory and Practice in a Colonial Protectorate (Paperback)

1. The traditional structure of the indigenous society; 2. The empire of informal sway: before 1885; 3. A paper protectorate: 1885?90; 4. Southern Nigeria at the crossroads; 5. The overthrow of indigenous authority: first phase 1891?5; 6. The overthrow of indigenous authority: second phase 1896?1906; 7. The 'native' court system and the consolidation of British rule: 1901?6; 8. The foundations of economic and social change; 9. Conclusions; Appendices; Bibliography; Index.