WAEC Government 2015 Question 38

Question 38

Pre-colonial Political Systems

In the pre-colonial African political system, the functions of the kingmakers were performed by

  1. A.Age grades
  2. B.Women
  3. C.Council of Elders
  4. D.Special people.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Council of Elders)

Explanation

Councils of elders or chiefs, e.g. the Oyo Mesi, chose new rulers.