WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why were kola nuts valuable throughout the region?
A
They were a replacement for alcohol, which Islam prohibited.
B
They provided important nutrients that the body needed.
C
Camels ate the nuts to help them survive the harsh Saharan desert.
D
They were the key ingredient in Koca Kola-a fizzy, refreshing beverage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The National Hajj Commission Of Nigeria (NAHCON) has informed pilgrims that no one should bring Kola Nut, popularly called “Goro”, into Saudi Arabia. The commission has informed all pilgrims intending to travel that no one should flout the order, or being sanctioned.

Detailed explanation-2: -Kana: Kola nut has not been found to have any significant negative impact on human lives. In fact, some people believe that some species of Kola nut have medicinal value. Having said that, the enforcement of its ban into Saudi Arabia is not health related per se but part of laws sovereign countries apply.

Detailed explanation-3: -The kola nut is the fruit of the kola tree (Cola acuminata and Cola nitida), indigenous to West Africa.

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