JAMB Government 2014 Question 30

Question 30

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The President of Nigeria was indirectly elected through secret ballot for a period of five years by the senate in

  1. A.1963.
  2. B.1979.
  3. C.1983.
  4. D.1960.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (1963.)

Explanation

Under the 1963 Constitution the President was elected by the members of Parliament (sitting jointly) by secret ballot for five years.