During the colonial era, the island was visited regularly but infrequently by the local Government representative, who would hold discussions with the local chiefs and sub-chiefs, to learn of their problems and to explain Government Policies, as well as to take a census, and collect taxes.
During the colonial period, the island was frequently but sporadically visited by the local government official, who would engage in conversations with the local leaders and administrators to become aware of their issues and to clarify government policies, as well as to conduct a population survey and gather taxes.