Theory question 108
Pre-colonial Political SystemsIn what five ways can the pre-colonial traditional political organization and governance in Nigeria compare with modern day political arrangement?
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Any five comparisons: both had executive, legislative and judicial functions (e.g. Oba, councils, courts); both had checks and balances (Oyo Mesi/Ogboni vs legislature/judiciary); both had ways of removing rulers (rejection/suicide vs impeachment); centralised (Hausa-Fulani) and decentralised (Igbo) systems compare with unitary/federal structures; both collected taxes; both had councils of advisers (elders vs cabinet); both had armies for defence; but leadership was hereditary/religious then, elected now; customary law then, written constitution now.
Show similarities (and differences) point by point.