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Emergence of federalism in Nigeria - SS3 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1

1

When did Nigeria adopt a federal system of government?

A

1946

B

1999

C

1975

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2

What was the Richards Constitution?

A

A unitary system of government

B

A federal system of government

C

A colonial document

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3

How many regions were established under the Richards Constitution?

A

One

B

Three

C

Four

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4

What led to the erosion of federalism in Nigeria?

A

The introduction of the Richards Constitution

B

The military coups of 1966 and 1975

C

The adoption of the 1999 constitution

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5

What powers does the federal government have under the 1999 constitution?

A

Powers over education, health, and agriculture

B

Exclusive powers over defense, foreign policy, and monetary policy

C

Both a and b

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6

What is federalism in Nigeria?

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7

What was the main reason for the emergence of federalism in Nigeria?

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