Because it gave the motive and ability to imperialize Aisa and Africa.
One of the greatest natural advantages that the kingdoms of West Africa had was easy access to the ocean, since they were primarily located on the coastline, which greatly facilitated trade with other nations.
According to Thomas Hobbes individuals ceded some of their individual rights - natural freedom - for the security that a government would cause. This created the State, an entity that would protect them by creating laws to regulate social interactions.
Through a vote by members of his or hers parliamentary party.
