(a) List three key members of the Nigerian Youth Movement (NYM) (b) Highlight four achievements of the Nigerian Youth Movement (NYM) in the political develo...

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(a) Three key members of the Nigerian Youth Movement (NYM)

1. Ernest Ikoli
2. H. O. Davies
3. Nnamdi Azikiwe
4. Samuel Akinsanya
5. Dr. J. C. Vaughan

(Any three of the above are correct.)

(b) Four achievements of the NYM in the political development of Nigeria

1. First truly nationalist organisation: It broadened nationalism beyond Lagos by drawing membership from different parts of the country, thus fostering national consciousness.
2. Formation of the Youth Charter: It produced a political programme (the Nigerian Youth Charter) demanding improved political and economic conditions and greater African participation in government.
3. Electoral success: In 1938 it defeated Herbert Macaulay's NNDP in the Lagos Town Council and Legislative Council elections, ending the NNDP's dominance.
4. Political training and awakening: It produced a generation of nationalist leaders and educated Nigerians on their political rights and the need for self-government.
5. Agitation for reforms: It campaigned against discrimination in the civil service and demanded better education and economic opportunities for Nigerians.

(Any four of the above are acceptable.)