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The head of government under the 1979 Constitution is the___

The head of government under the 1979 Constitution is the___

  • A.
    president
  • B.
    prime minister
  • C.
    speaker of the house of represenative
  • D.
    senate president
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

Nigeria became a federal republic under the Constitution of 1963 and the monarch and Governor-General were replaced by a ceremonial President. In 1979, under the 1979 Constitution, the President gained executive powers, becoming head of both state and government.

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