The type of government operated in Nigeria between October 1st 1979 to December 3 1983...

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JAMB 2021

The type of government operated in Nigeria between October 1st 1979 to December 3 1983 is called a __________

A. Collegial system of government
B. Presidential system of government
C. Unitary system of government
D. Parliamentary system of government

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

During this period, Nigeria operated under the Second Republic, which was modelled after the United States' presidential system. In this system, the President is both the head of state and the head of government, separate from the legislature. This period marked a shift from the parliamentary system used during the First Republic.

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