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The 1960 Independence Constitution of Nigeria provided for the

The 1960 Independence Constitution of Nigeria provided for the
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  • A President as head of government
  • B Governor-General as head of state
  • C Queen as head of state
  • D Governor-General as head of government
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The 1960 Independence Constitution of Nigeria provided for the Queen as head of state.
According to Francis Adigwe (1977), ''The Head of the State was a constitutional Monarch, the Queen of Great Britain.'' Some was represented by the Governor General.

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