Northern elements progressive Union (NEPU) - SS3 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
When was the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU) founded?
1949
1963
1970
Who was the founder of NEPU?
Nnamdi Azikiwe
Ahmadu Bello
Aminu Kano
What was NEPU's ideology based on?
Tribalism, conservatism, and the promotion of traditional values
Authoritarianism, capitalism, and regionalism
Social justice, egalitarianism, and greater political representation for the poor
Social justice, egalitarianism, and greater political representation for the poor
What was NEPU's stance on the interests of the northern elite?
It supported the interests of the northern elite
It was opposed to the interests of the northern elite
It was neutral on the issue of the interests of the northern elite
What was NEPU's primary goal?
To promote the interests of northern Nigeria's poor and marginalized people
To promote the interests of southern Nigeria and its people
To promote the interests of the Nigerian government
To promote the interests of northern Nigeria's poor and marginalized people
What were some of the key policies that NEPU advocated for?
NEPU advocated for policies that would benefit the poor, such as better access to education, healthcare, and other public services. The party also sought to promote unity among the diverse ethnic and religious groups in northern Nigeria and to challenge the traditional power structures that had long dominated the region.
How did NEPU's grassroots organizing efforts contribute to its success?
NEPU's grassroots organizing efforts were effective in establishing a network of branches and local leaders across the region, mobilizing ordinary people to participate in the political process. This helped to build a broad base of support among the poor and marginalized in northern Nigeria, which was critical to the party's success.