WAEC Government 2021 Question 21

Question 21

Colonial Administration

The British colonial governor in West Africa wielded sweeping powers by virtue of

  1. A.the land tenure system.
  2. B.drafting laws
  3. C.tax collection
  4. D.veto power.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (veto power.)

Explanation

The governor could veto bills passed by the Legislative Council, which gave him sweeping powers.