Question 46
Nigerian FederalismWhich of the following did not generate political crises in Nigeria? The
- A.motion for self government in 1956 by Enahoro
- B.1965 election in the Western Region
- C.head count of 1962
- D.1964 General Elections
- E.adoption of Abuja as the new Federal Capital.
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Answer: E (adoption of Abuja as the new Federal Capital.)
Explanation
The choice of Abuja as federal capital (1976) was generally accepted. The 1953 self-government motion, the 1962/63 census and the 1964 and 1965 elections all caused crises.