1. Formation of Political Parties: the emergence of nationalism paved way for the
formation of political parties that reformed and gave political orientation to
Nigerians. E.g. the Nigeria National Democratic Party (NNDP 1923), Lagos Youth
Movement (LYM 1934), Nigerian Youth Movement (NYM 1936), etc.
2. Introduction of Elective Principle: based on the demand of the nationalists for
political participation, the Clifford Constitution of 1922 introduced elective
principle in Nigeria.
3. International Concern and Sympathy: it gave rise to recognition and concern of
foreign countries especially black Americans and many Pan-African movements
outside Africa. Blacks around the world recognised and supported the efforts of
their African brothers.
4. Independence of West African states: nationalistic struggle resulted in eventual
independence of Nigeria in 1960.
5. Training Ground for Future Leaders: nationalism prepared Nigerians for
leadership and they were able to take over from the colonialists. Political parties in
colonial era informed and enlightened Nigerians politically so they were able to
form their own political parties in the second and third republics.
6. Extension of Franchise: continued demand by the nationalists for increased
political participation resulted in extension of franchise to many individual and
areas.
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