Under the 1979 constitution of Nigeria, each State was allowed to elect________

Under the 1979 constitution of Nigeria, each State was allowed to elect________

  • A.
    three senators
  • B.
    from two to five senators depending on the population
  • C.
    five senators
  • D.
    as many senators as the state could finance.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

Unlike the position under the present 1999 Constitution as amended, each state was permitted to elect 5 senators into the House of Representatives.

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