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GST 112 Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures Objective Question

Question

What was the most important political society among the Efik through which effective authority was exercised?
Options
A The Oyo Mesi
B The Ekpe society
Correct Answer
C The Amala council
D The Umuada
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'effective authority was exercised through membership in political societies, the most important of which was the Ekpe. The Obong was therefore a member of the highest grades of the society.'

Hint

The Obong's authority depended on his grade within this society.

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