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GCE Government 1989 Question 19

Question 19

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The head of state under the independence constitution of Nigeria was

  1. A.an absolute monarch.
  2. B.a constitutional monarch.
  3. C.imposed by the British.
  4. D.invested with executive power.
  5. E.popularly elected.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (a constitutional monarch.)

Explanation

Under the 1960 constitution the British monarch (represented by the Governor-General) was a ceremonial, constitutional head of state.