The Lyttleton Constitution Of 1954: Significance, Merits And Demerits

Table Of Contents 1. The Major Significance Of The 1954 Constitution 2. Merits Of The 1954 Constitution 3. Demerits Of Lyttleton Constitution As the Macpherson constitution got highly criticized and objected to, Sir Oliver Lyttleton, the then Secretary of State for Colonies organized series of constitutional conferences both in London 1953 and Lagos 1954 respectively. … Read more

The Lagos Constitutional Conference Of 1954

The conference was under the chairmanship of the Secretary of State for the colonies. The London conference of 1953 had decided that the principle of ‘Needs’ and National Interest will be part of the 4 principles under revenue allocation under the revised constitution. Sir Louis Chick was appointed Sole Fiscal commissioner and on the lagos … Read more

Internal And External Factors That Prompted And Contributed To Emergence Of Nationalism In Nigeria

There are factors that contributed to the emergence of nationalism in Nigeria. These factors will be discussed under the internal and external factors. 1. Internal Factors That Prompted Nationalism In Nigeria 1. Economic Exploitation: The Europeans wanted Africans to pay taxes and to be free from such payment of taxes which was alien to our … Read more

The Clifford Constitution Of 1922: Main Features, Merits And Demerits

Table Of Contents 1. Reasons For The Establishment Of Clifford Constitution 2. Main Features Of The 1922 Constitution 3. Merits Of The 1922 Constitution 4. Demerits Of The 1922 Constitution The Clifford constitution of 1922 was among the first major attempts at running of government of Nigeria through formal constitution. It was by Sir Hugh … Read more

Factors That Prompted Nationalism In Africa

Nationalism in Africa was prompted by many factors, these factors had economic, political, social and cultural undertone. 1. The Economic Factors 1. The European exploitation of Africans by dictating the prices of raw materials produced in Africa which they buy at cheap prices while selling the imported goods at very exhorbitant prices. 2. The colonial … Read more

The Macpherson’s Constitution Of 1951: Features, Merits And Criticisms

Table Of Contents 1. Major Features/Provisions Of The 1951 Constitution 2. Demerits Of The Macpherson’s Constitution 3. Flaws And Criticisms Of The 1951 Constitution The Richard’s constitution before it was severally criticized by the nationalists, because it was imposed on Nigerians without any prior consultation. In order to express the criticisms, the leadership of the … Read more

The Colonial Governance And Administration Of Nigeria

Meaning Of Colonialism This is the policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country. Collins English dictionary defined colonialism as the control by one power over a dependent area of people. Colonialism is the acquisition and colonization by a nation of other territories and citizens. Colonialism is the practice of … Read more

4 Reasons For European Conquest Of Africa

The primary reasons for European conquest of Africa were mainly for: 1. Economic Factors This was one of the primary reasons for the coming of the Europeans to Africa and indeed other parts of the world. The need for the acquisition of overseas territories served as markets for European industrial products as well as sources … Read more

Nationalism In Nigeria: Meaning, Definition And Effects

Meaning Of Nationalism There is no generally accepted definition of ‘Nationalism’ as several scholars defined nationalism in various ways to suit their milieu and to reflect the time and place. Nationalism means determination, commitment and resolve to make earnest contributions towards the development of one’s state. In other words, it is seen from the perspective … Read more