The electoral system used in Nigeria is primarily based on __________

A.

mixed-member proportional

B.

preferential voting

C.

first-past-the-post

D.

proportional representation

Correct answer is C

The electoral system used in Nigeria is primarily based on the first-past-the-post system. This means that the candidate with the most votes in an election wins, regardless of whether they have a majority of the total votes. This system is used in Nigeria's presidential, gubernatorial, and legislative elections.