Question 33
Military RuleThe military head of state during the Third Republic was
- A.General Olusegun Obasanjo
- B.General Ibrahim Babangida
- C.General Murtala Muhammed
- D.General Sani Abacha.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (General Ibrahim Babangida)
Explanation
The Third Republic was the transition programme of General Babangida, under which civilian governors and the National Assembly were elected while he remained head of state; it was never completed.