How many states does Nigeria have, not counting the Federal Capital Territory?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 36
- Step 1: Nigeria's states grew from three regions to 12 states in 1967 and later to 36 in 1996. Step 2. The Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, is separate from these. Answer: 36. Why not the others: the other numbers are earlier counts or a count that includes Abuja.
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