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JAMB Government 1981 Question 25

Question 25

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The Guggisberg Constitution of 1925 in Ghana

  1. A.strengthened the authority of natural rulers
  2. B.weakened the authority of natural rulers
  3. C.enhanced the status of the educated elite
  4. D.abolished the post of colonial governor
  5. E.made no provision for unofficial members in the Legislative Council
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Answer: A (strengthened the authority of natural rulers)

Explanation

Guggisberg's constitution set up Provincial Councils of Chiefs, which elected chiefs to the Legislative Council. This strengthened traditional rulers, to the anger of the educated elite.