The Nigerian leader who served as the Prime Minister during the First Republic from October 1, 1960, until January 15, 1966, was
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was the first Prime Minister of Nigeria, holding office from October 1, 1960, until the coup of January 15, 1966. Born in 1912, he played a central role in Nigeria’s independence negotiations and was widely respected for his diplomatic skills. His leadership period coincided with the First Republic, a time when Nigeria was operating under a parliamentary system. His tenure ended abruptly when he was overthrown and killed during the 1966 military coup, marking the first major political crisis in the country’s post-independence history and setting the stage for a series of military interventions in governance.
Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was the first Prime Minister of Nigeria, holding office from October 1, 1960, until the coup of January 15, 1966. Born in 1912, he played a central role in Nigeria’s independence negotiations and was widely respected for his diplomatic skills. His leadership period coincided with the First Republic, a time when Nigeria was operating under a parliamentary system. His tenure ended abruptly when he was overthrown and killed during the 1966 military coup, marking the first major political crisis in the country’s post-independence history and setting the stage for a series of military interventions in governance.