Nigerian Federalism Quiz

What constitution introduced regionalism into Nigerian politics?

• Clifford Constitution

• Richard Constitution

• Macpherson Constitution

• Lyttleton Constitution

How many regions were created by the Richard Constitution of 1946?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• Six

Which conference recommended the creation of more representative regional assemblies?

• Lagos Conference

• Ibadan General Conference

• Kaduna Conference

• London Constitutional Conference

When was the Ibadan General Conference held?

• 1946

• 1950

• 1951

• 1953

Which constitution marked Nigeria's move toward federalism?

• Clifford Constitution

• Richard Constitution

• Macpherson Constitution

• 1979 Constitution

What was the major outcome of the London Constitutional Conference of 1953?

• End of military rule

• Declaration of independence

• Agreement on federalism

• Suspension of regional government

Which city was designated as the Federal Capital Territory during the 1953 conference?

• Abuja

• Ibadan

• Lagos

• Enugu

Who was to be called the Governor-General after the 1953 conference?

• Head of State

• Lieutenant Governor

• Prime Minister

• Governor of Nigeria

When did the British government agree to grant internal self-government?

• 1953

• 1954

• 1956

• 1960

What was abolished by the 1953 conference regarding electoral processes?

• The Senate

• Electoral College

• House of Representatives

• Regional Governors