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1999 Constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria
The 1999 Constitution which ushered in the Fourth Republic of Nigeria came into force on 29th May, 1999. It is perhaps the most criticised constitution in the political history of Nigeria as it has been the butt of criticism from different factions of the ruling class.
Clifford Constitution of 1922 | Features, Merits & Demerits
Clifford Constitution of 1922 - The system of government introduced as a result of the amalgamation of 1914 created sharp divisions between British officials and educated Nigerians on one hand, and between the chiefs and the educated elements on the other hand.
The Nigerian Constitutional Crisis (Self-government, 1956)
The Nigerian constitutional crisis at the centre was precipitated by a motion for "self-government in 1956” tabled in the House of Representatives on 31st March, 1953 by Mr. Anthony Enahoro, a member of the Action Group. The motion was for Nigeria to be independent in 1956.
The Nigerian Eastern Regional Crises of 1953
Eastern Regional Crises of 1953 - As a result of the Eastern Regional elections of 1951, the NCNC formed the government of the region and Mr. Eyo Ita, the Deputy National President of the party was appointed Premier. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, the National President of the NCNC remained only a member of the Western House of Assembly where the party formed the opposition.
Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904 – 1996)
Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe "Zik" Benjamin, a foremost nationalist and statesman was born at Zungeru in Northern part of Nigeria in 1904. At the time of his birth, Azikiwe’s father was serving as a clerk in the Nigeria Regiment at Zungeru. He attended schools at Onitsha, Lagos and Calabar before going back to Lagos in 1921 to further his education.
Herbert Macaulay (1864 – 1945)
Herbert Macaulay Samuel Heelas was born in Lagos on 14th November, 1864. He was the seventh child of Reverend Thomas Babington Macaulay and Abigail Macaulay (daughter of Bishop Ajayi Crowther). He attended St. Paul’s Anglican School, Breadfruit Street and C.M.S. Day School, Faji both in Lagos.
Obafemi Awolowo (1909 – 1987)
Chief Jeremiah Obafemi Awolowo was born at Ikenne, Ogun State on 6th March, 1909. He had his early education at Ikenne and Abeokuta before proceeding to Wesley College, Ibadan.
Action Group (AG) | Political Party, Nigeria
The Action Group (AG) was founded in 1950 but was formally launched in April 1951. Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the Secretary-Generel of ‘Egbe Omo Oduduwa’ was the leader of the party, which emerged from the Yoruba cultural association.
Nationalist Movements In French West Africa
There was a late development of nationalism in French-speaking West African countries.
At a time when the educated elites in British West Africa were challenging colonial rule, and demanding self-government, the elite in French colonial territories were busy struggling for accommodation within the system. Many Africans were elected as members of the French Parliament in Paris.
Brazzaville Conference, 1944 In West Africa
The 1944, Brazzaville conference held in Dr Congo made the following recommendations.
Features Of French Policy Of Assimilation
Policy of Assimilation - This system worked out well due to the cooperation of the traditional chiefs. The traditional chiefs claimed that since their cultures and traditions were not tampered with, they had no problem dealing with the British officials, but this was to some extent.
Loi Cadre of 1956 In French West Africa | Aspects
Loi cadre was formulated in 1956. The law encompassed all the political and constitutional changes or reforms introduced by the French Government in 1956 to grant some autonomy to its overseas colonial territories.
1946 French Constitution In West Africa
Most of the recommendations of the Brazzaville Conference of 1944 were accepted and incorporated into the French Constitution of 1946.
Reasons For Adoption Of Policy Of Assimilation
The policy was introduced to enable the French export their civilization, which by the early 19th century had reached its highest level.
The Policy Of Assimilation
Policy of Assimilation - France took over its territories in West African between late 19th century and early 20th century and the territories were: Dahomey (Benin Republic), Ivory Coast (Cote D’Ivoire), Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Upper Volta (Burkina Faso), Niger and Mauritania.
Igbo Pre-Colonial Political Administration
Igbo Pre-Colonial Political Administration and the Traditional Classless System of Igboland
The Igbo live in what is now called the South East geo-political zone and...
Local Government | Definition, Functions & Features
Local governments are semi-autonomous bodies created by the central government to undertake certain local functions within their respective areas of jurisdiction.
Public Corporations | Definition, Features, Functions & Purpose
PUBLIC CORPORATIONS | Definition, Purpose, Structures, Functions & Features
Another area of study in Public Administration is public corporation. In this section, we shall look...
Ombudsman | Definition, Functions & Importance
Ombudsman | Definition, Functions, Importance & Limitations
What is Ombudsman
Ombudsman is a government institution established to examine complaints of inefficient administration, corruption and unjustified treatment...
Public Complaints Commission | Definition & Functions
The Public Complaints Commission | Definition, Functions and Limitations
The public complaints commission or the ombudsman is the institution established by the federal government to...