A major reason for the military intervention in Nigeria’s politics in 129966 was the
Pro-West posture of Nigeria’s foreign policy
Over-bearing power of traditional rulers
Attempt by government to retire top military officers
Crisis of the 1964 General Elections
Correct answer is D
The crisis was exacerbated by that which resulted by the massively rigged Western Regional Election of 1965 which led to the total break-down of law and order.
An important function of FEDECO during the 1979 elections was
Establishing party offices
Promulgating the new constitution into law
Swearing-in of elected officials
Delineating electoral constituencies
Correct answer is D
Establishment of party offices was done by political parties; promulgation of the 1979 constitution into law by the then Federal Military Government while reelected officials were sworn in by either the Chief Justice, Chief Judge (state Governors) or speakers of state houses of assembly (for legislators).
Which of the following served as federal ministers under the Tafawa Balewa Administration?
Alhaji Muhammadu Ribadu and Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh
Chief Kolawole Balogun and Alhaji Adamu Ciroma
Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Wada and Chief Richard Akinjide
Chief Aja Nwachukwu and Alhaji Umaru Dikko
Correct answer is A
Alhaji Adamu Ciroma, Chief Richard Akinjide and Alhaji Umaru Dikko served under subsequent administrations.
Protests by trade unions in Nigeria during the colonial period were aimed at
Achieving political independence
Establishing more industries
Obtaining specific benefits for members
Fighting corruption among government officials
Correct answer is C
No explanation has been provided for this answer.
The Lyttelton Constitution is considered a landmark in the history of Nigeria, because it
Created a federal structure of government for the country
Made ministers accountable to the electorate
Recognized Lagos as a federal territory
Gave ministers full authority over their ministries
Correct answer is A
No explanation has been provided for this answer.