The first restructure of the Nigerian Federation took place with the
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A.
creation of mid-west Region in 1963 -
B.
abolition of federalism in 1966 -
C.
military counter-coup in 1966 -
D.
creation of states in 1967
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
The first restructure of the Nigerian Federation took place with the creation of mid-west Region in 1963.
The creation of mid-west Region which came into effect on October 1, 1963 was one of the provisions of 1963 constitution. With that the mid-western Region was carried out from the western Region. Nigeria then had four Regions and no more three.