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JAMB Government 1986 Question 43

Question 43

Pre-colonial Political Systems

The term, 'Chief-in-Council' in Nigeria means that the Chief

  1. A.is elected by the council
  2. B.is superior to the council
  3. C.cannot oppose the decision of the council
  4. D.is nominated by the government
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (cannot oppose the decision of the council)

Explanation

Under 'Chief-in-Council', the chief must act on the council's decisions, unlike 'Chief-and-Council' where he could act alone.