The major cause of the Action Group crises of 1962 was the

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A. personal hatred of Chief Awolowo for Chief S.L Akintola, then Premier of Western Region
B. in-fighting between Chife s.L Akintola and Sir Adesoji Aderemi, the elections
C. proposal to change to the party's ideology towards a Socialist orientation
D. poor performance of the Action Group in the 1959 general elections

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

The crisis within the Action Group, a political party in Nigeria, in 1962 was characterized by internal conflicts, particularly between the party leader, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and the Premier of the Western Region, Chief S.L Akintola. This internal strife had significant implications for the party and the political landscape of the Western Region.

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