A major reason for the military intervention in Nigeria’s politics in 1965 was the

HISTORY
JAMB 2013

A major reason for the military intervention in Nigeria’s politics in 1965 was the

  • A. pro-West posture of Nigeria
  • B. over-bearing power of traditional rulers
  • C. attempt by government to retire top military officers
  • D. crisis of the 1964 General Elections.

Correct Answer: D. crisis of the 1964 General Elections.

Explanation

The crisis was exacerbated by that which resulted by the massively rigged Western Regional Election of 1965 which led to the total break-down of law and order.



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