Question 29
Constitutional Development in NigeriaUnder the Independence Constitution of Nigeria, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe was
- A.Head of State
- B.Governor-General
- C.Prime Minister
- D.Lieutenant-Governor
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (Governor-General)
Explanation
Under the 1960 constitution the Queen was head of state, and from November 1960 Azikiwe represented her as Governor-General. He became President when Nigeria became a republic in 1963.