UI Post-UTME Government 2021 (Model questions) Question 4

Question 4

Pre-colonial Political Systems

Which of the following in Yoruba pre-colonial administration had almost the same status with the Waziri in the Hausa/Fulani political system

  1. A.Aare Ona-Kakanfo
  2. B.Oluwo
  3. C.Alaafin
  4. D.Basorun
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Answer: D (Basorun)

Explanation

The Waziri was the emir's chief adviser, like a prime minister; in Oyo the Basorun, head of the Oyo Mesi, held a similar position.