The first institution introduced by the military to exercise legislative power was the

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A. supreme military council
B. armed forces ruling council
C. federal executive council
D. provisional ruling council

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

The Supreme Military Council was the body that ruled Nigeria after the 1983 Nigerian coup d'état. Its chairman, Muhammadu Buhari, was the head of state. It lasted until 1985 when, following another coup, Ibrahim Babangida replaced the body with a new Armed Forces Ruling Council.

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