@GooseBumps 16 November 2020

Effects of Nationalism on Nigeria.

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.