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JAMB Government 1989 Question 37

Question 37

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The Queen of England ceased to be the head of state of Nigeria at

  1. A.independence in October 1960
  2. B.the attainment of self-government by the regions
  3. C.the adoption of the Republican Constitution in October 1963
  4. D.the inception of the presidential system in October 1979
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Answer: C (the adoption of the Republican Constitution in October 1963)

Explanation

When Nigeria became a republic on 1 October 1963, a Nigerian President (Azikiwe) replaced the Queen as Head of State.