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What significant event occurred on October 1, 1960, in Nigeria?
What significant event occurred on October 1, 1960, in Nigeria?
- Nigeria adopted a new constitution.
- Nigeria gained its independence. (correct)
- Nigeria joined the United Nations.
- Nigeria held its first democratic election.
Which constitution played a key role in Nigeria's journey to self-rule?
Which constitution played a key role in Nigeria's journey to self-rule?
- The 1960 Independence Constitution
- The 1979 Constitution
- The 1946 Richards Constitution
- The 1954 Lyttleton Constitution (correct)
Who was the first Governor-General of independent Nigeria?
Who was the first Governor-General of independent Nigeria?
- Muhammad Buhari
- Obafemi Awolowo
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
- Nnamdi Azikiwe (correct)
What was Nigeria's status within the British Commonwealth after gaining independence?
What was Nigeria's status within the British Commonwealth after gaining independence?
Which event set the stage for greater self-rule in Nigeria before independence?
Which event set the stage for greater self-rule in Nigeria before independence?
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Study Notes
Nigeria's Independence Journey
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The 1954 Lyttleto Constitution granted significant self-rule to Nigeria, marking a crucial step towards independence.
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Nigeria achieved independence on October 1, 1960, officially becoming a sovereign nation and a member of the British Commonwealth.
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Nnamdi Azikiwe served as Nigeria's first Governor-General, assuming leadership upon independence.
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