Discuss the contributions of the Nigerian Youth Movement to Nationalism in Nigeria.

Explanation

The following were the contributions of the Nigeria Youth Movement to Nationalism in Nigeria:

(i)Unity: The youth movement succeeded in promoting unity and the feeling of national consciousness among Nigerians.

(ii)The movement was all-embracing;This movement accommodated different tribes in Nigeria, making it a national movement, with a national cause.

(iii)The movement set-in-motion; the machinery for self government of Nigeria.

(iv)Renowned nationalists:Most of the renowned nationalists that struggled for Nigeria's independence were brought up by this youth movement.

(v) First nationalist movement:The Nigerian Youth Movement was seen as the first known nationalist movement, accommodating various interests.