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A distinguishing feature of the 1979 Constitution was the

A distinguishing feature of the 1979 Constitution was the
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  • A Introduction of federal structure
  • B Introduction of unicameralism into Nigeria
  • C Departure from the parliamentary to the presidential system of government
  • D Preservation and entrenchment of republicanism
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Departure from the parliamentary to the presidential system of government is the distinguishing feature of the 1979 Constitution . Nigeria practised parliamentary system of government during the first Republic. But the 1979 constitution introduced the presidential system.

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