The Prime Minister of Nigeria at independence, born in 1912, whose tenure ended during the January 15, 1966 coup, was
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister from independence in 1960 until the January 1966 coup. Known for his diplomacy, he represented Nigeria in international affairs and promoted unity in the new federation. Born in 1912, Balewa emphasized educational development and infrastructure but faced challenges from ethnic and regional tensions. His leadership ended abruptly when he was assassinated during Nigeria’s first military coup, marking a turning point in the country’s political history and ending the First Republic.
Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister from independence in 1960 until the January 1966 coup. Known for his diplomacy, he represented Nigeria in international affairs and promoted unity in the new federation. Born in 1912, Balewa emphasized educational development and infrastructure but faced challenges from ethnic and regional tensions. His leadership ended abruptly when he was assassinated during Nigeria’s first military coup, marking a turning point in the country’s political history and ending the First Republic.