Question 44
Constitutional Development in NigeriaThe constitutional reforms in West Africa after the Second World War were geared towards
- A.the assimilation of the people.
- B.the evaluation of colonialism.
- C.making the colonies independent states.
- D.making the people support their economic interests.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (making the colonies independent states.)
Explanation
Post-war constitutions (e.g. Macpherson 1951, Lyttelton 1954) moved the colonies step by step to independence.