Question 40
Political Parties and Party SystemsWhich of the following parties formed the opposition in the House of Representatives during Nigerian First Republic?
- A.NCNC and NEPU
- B.AG and UMBC
- C.NPC and NNDP
- D.NCNC and MDF
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (AG and UMBC)
Explanation
After 1959 the NPC and NCNC formed the government. The Action Group and its ally the UMBC were the opposition.