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JAMB Government 1998 Question 30

Question 30

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The 1946 constitution was remarkable because it

  1. A.created ministerial positions in Nigeria
  2. B.introduced regional governments in Nigeria
  3. C.introduced for the first time, the elective principle
  4. D.brought about self-government for Nigeria
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Answer: B (introduced regional governments in Nigeria)

Explanation

The Richards Constitution of 1946 divided Nigeria into three regions (North, West and East), each with its own House of Assembly. This laid the base of regionalism.