Question 36
Constitutional Development in NigeriaThe Lyttleton Constitution is important because it
- A.confirmed that Nigeria would be independent in 1960
- B.confirmed Nigeria's federal structure
- C.introduced franchise into Nigerian politics
- D.made Nigeria sovereign
- E.abolished the principle of Indirect Rule
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (confirmed Nigeria's federal structure)
Explanation
The 1954 Lyttleton Constitution made Nigeria a true federation, dividing powers between the centre and the regions.