One critical factor which spurred the abrupt termination of the Nigerian fledging democracy in the First Republic was the
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A.
nationwide corruption by the politicians -
B.
urge for sectional military representation in government -
C.
issue of tribalism and nepotism -
D.
use of the soldiers to quell civil unrests and riots
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
The correct answer is the nationwide corruption by the politicians. This gave the military coup plotters the leverage to overthrow the ruling government. N.B: The question tests your knowledge on what most importantly inspired the military disruption of the Nigerian growing democracy in the 1st Republic.