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Why did some Tokelauans migrate to Banaba during the colonial period?

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Map showing the three main atolls of Tokelau-Atafu, Nukunonu, and Fakaofo-located in the Pacific Ocean north of Samoa. Insets provide detailed views of each atoll, highlighting village locations, reefs, and islets. A small locator map in the top right shows Tokelau's position relative to New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Tokelau

During the colonial period, many Tokelauans migrated to Banaba (also known as Ocean Island) to work in the island's phosphate industry. This migration occurred after 1916, when Tokelau was incorporated into the Gilbert and Ellice Islands Colony.1