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JAMB Government 1985 Question 45

Question 45

Military Rule

The first military coup in Nigeria occurred on

  1. A.October 1, 1960
  2. B.October 1, 1963
  3. C.January 15, 1966
  4. D.January 15, 1967
  5. E.December 31, 1983
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Answer: C (January 15, 1966)

Explanation

Nigeria's first coup, led by Major Nzeogwu and others, took place on 15 January 1966.