In this video, we begin our detailed study of Nigerian Federalism, tracing its roots, evolution and early challenges.

What you’ll learn in this video:
1. Quick recap of the concept of federalism – what it means and how it works
2. The origin of federalism in Nigeria
3. The reasons Nigeria adopted federalism as its system of government
4. The major constitutional conferences that led to the establishment of federalism
5. Federalism after independence, focusing on: - 1960–1966 - 1966–1967 - 1967–1975