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Nigeria became a federation under the new constitution of 1954 because the constitution

Nigeria became a federation under the new constitution of 1954 because the constitution
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  • A Provided for equal representation between the North and the South
  • B Created the post of a prime minister
  • C Provided for a division of members of parliament
  • D Provided for division of functions between the centre and component units
  • E Abolished the practice of nominating some members of parliament
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Nigeria became a federation under the new constitution of 1954 because the constitution provided for a division of functions between the centre and component units. This division of powers between the central government and the regional governments is the defining feature of a federal system. The 1954 constitution, also known as the Lyttleton Constitution, established Nigeria as a true federation.

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