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JAMB Government 1979 Question 45

Question 45

Pre-colonial Political Systems

In the Oyo traditional political system, the Alaafin of Oyo was elected or chosen by a group known as

  1. A.Tributary Chiefs
  2. B.Bales
  3. C.Obas
  4. D.Ogboni
  5. E.Oyomesi
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Oyomesi)

Explanation

The Oyo Mesi, a council of seven chiefs led by the Bashorun, chose the Alaafin and could also ask him to commit suicide.