THE 1922 CLIFFORD CONSTITUTION IN NIGERIA WAS SIGNIFICANT IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:
- The constitution introduced
elective principle which for the first
time allowed Nigerians to elect their representatives into the legislative council - It gave special impetus to
political activities which led to the formation
of political parties - It increased political
agitation and awakened the spirit of nationalism which quickened Nigeria’s
independence - It served as the first ever
constitution in Nigeria - The constitution allowed Nigerians more
representation than the Nigerian Council - It also witnessed the birth of
newspapers in Nigeria - It started the process and prepared
Nigerians, for self government
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