Government

This term’s Government curriculum explores the historical and constitutional development of Nigeria, beginning with the rise of nationalism in West Africa, which laid the foundation for independence movements. The course then examines key stages in Nigeria’s constitutional development, highlighting important transitions from colonial rule to self-governance. Students will study major documents such as the Clifford Constitution of 1922, which introduced limited African representation, and the Lyttleton Constitution of 1954, which paved the way for regional autonomy and a more federal structure.

The latter part of the term focuses on Nigeria’s progression into a sovereign and republican state. Students will explore the Independence Constitution of 1960, marking the end of colonialism, and the First Republican Constitution of 1963, which transitioned the country into a republic. The term concludes with an analysis of the Second Republican Constitution of 1979, which established a presidential system. This sequence gives students a clear understanding of how Nigeria’s political and legal systems have evolved over time.