Question 49
Constitutional Development in NigeriaNigeria became a Federation under the new constitution of 1954 because the constitution
- A.provided for equal representation between the North and the South
- B.created the post of a Prime Minister
- C.provided for a division of members of parliament
- D.provided for a division of functions between the centre and component units
- E.abolished the practice of nominating some members of parliament
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (provided for a division of functions between the centre and component units)
Explanation
The Lyttleton Constitution divided powers between the central government and the regions, which is the mark of federalism.