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The major innovation of the Republican Constitution of 1963 was that

The major innovation of the Republican Constitution of 1963 was that
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  • A The Prime Minister ceased to be Head of State
  • B The Governor's office as the representative of the Queen was abolished
  • C The Cabinet was no longer responsible to the legislature
  • D It introduced the Executive Presidential system
  • E The Prime Minister was nominated by the Executive Council
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The major innovation of the Republican Constitution of 1963 was that the Governor's office as the representative of the Queen was abolished. Nigeria became a republic, and the President became the Head of State, replacing the Governor-General who represented the British monarch. The Prime Minister remained the Head of Government.

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