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JAMB Government 1988 Question 39

Question 39

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

Under the Independence Constitution, the head of government was the

  1. A.governor-general
  2. B.president
  3. C.prime minister
  4. D.premier
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (prime minister)

Explanation

Under the 1960 Independence Constitution, the Prime Minister (Tafawa Balewa) headed the government, while the Governor-General was ceremonial Head of State.