The First Republic, 1960-1966: Political Developments

Overview

Discuss the system of government handed over to Nigerians at Independence. Nature of the political parties of the period The challenges of democratic governance during this period.

Lesson details

Class: SS2
Subject: History
Theme: Nigeria Since Independence
Duration: 30:12

What you'll learn

The West Minister Parliamentary System.
The nature of the constitution
Regional political parties.
Challenges:
(a) Coalition government.
(b) Position of the opposition in the parliament.
(c) Increasing ethnicity
(d) The census controversy.
(e) Creation of new regions.
The Regional and Federal Elections.

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The First Republic, 1960-1966: Political Developments

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