In what ways did the Nigeria National Democratic Party (NNDP) contribute to the political development...
In what ways did the Nigeria National Democratic Party (NNDP) contribute to the political development of Nigeria?
Explanation
Nigeria National Democratic Party contributed to political development:
(i) It was responsible for returning the three elected candidates to the elective seat allocated to Lagos during the election into the legislative Council 1923, 1928 1, and 1933.
(ii) It actualized the elective principle as the party contested elections in 1923, 1928 and 1933.
(iii) The party was indirectly instrumental to the restoration of the Eleko who had been deposed and deported by the British colonial administration.
(iv) It motivated the establishment of other political parties, e.g. Lagos Youth Movement (LYM) NCNC, etc.
(v) Contributed to competitive political activities.
(vi) It provided the machinery for the recruitment / training of political leaders.
(vii) It socialized and educated the electorate on political, economic and other vital issues affecting the country.
(viii) It was the first political party to be formed in Nigeria (June 24th, 1923) under the leadership of Herbert Macaulay.
(ix) The party served as a link between the people (Lagosians) and the colonic government.
(x) It was responsible for the upgrading of Lagos Town Council