All the major industrial zones of Nigeria owe their origin mainly to

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All the major industrial zones of Nigeria owe their origin mainly to

  1. self-help projects
  2. influx of migrant labour
  3. the presence of cash crops
  4. the abundance of water resources ✓
Explanation

Major industrial areas in Nigeria developed near water sources. Industries need water for production, cooling and power generation.

Lagos, Kano and other industrial zones have access to rivers or coastal water. Hydroelectric dams also provide power.

Water is essential for manufacturing processes in most factories.

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