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QIn what year did Lagos cease to be Nigeria’s capital?

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  • A 1976 ✔ ✖
  • B 1980 ✔ ✖
  • C 1991 ✔ ✖
  • D 2000 ✔ ✖
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Lagos served as Nigeria’s capital until December 12, 1991, when the capital was officially moved to Abuja. The move aimed to reduce congestion in Lagos, which had become overpopulated and overcrowded, impacting infrastructure and resources. Abuja was chosen for its central location, allowing for better accessibility from all parts of Nigeria. The transition marked a significant point in Nigeria's development and efforts to promote even urban distribution and foster national unity by developing a city free from ethnic and regional dominance.

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