An example of a country that operates a multi-party system is

Step 1: Analyze the question We need a country that operates a multi-party system, meaning many political parties compete for power and have a realistic chance of winning seats or forming governments (often through coalitions).

Step 2: Explain the concept

• One-party system: Only one party is legally allowed or dominates (e.g., Tanzania under TANU/CCM before 1992, Kenya under KANU from 1982 to 1991).
• Two-party system: Two major parties dominate, and power alternates between them (e.g., the USA with Democrats and Republicans, and Britain with Conservatives and Labour).
• Multi-party system: Three or more significant parties compete, and coalition governments are common (e.g., France, Italy, Israel, Germany).

Step 3: Analyze the options

• A. Britain: Traditionally described in textbooks as a two-party system (Conservative and Labour), even though smaller parties exist.
• B. France: The classic textbook example of a multi-party system, with many parties such as the Socialists, Republicans, National Rally, Communists, and Greens. Coalitions and alliances are common.
• C. Kenya: Was a one-party state (de jure from 1982 to 1991). It is now multi-party, but in the NECO context it is not the standard example.
• D. Tanzania: Was a one-party state for many years, so it is a classic example of a one-party system.
• E. USA: The standard example of a two-party system.

Step 4: Answer France is the best and most widely accepted example of a multi-party system among the options.

Tip: Remember the standard textbook examples:

• One-party: Tanzania, Cuba, China, and the former USSR
• Two-party: USA and Britain
• Multi-party: France, Italy, Nigeria (today)

Keep this list in mind, because NECO, WAEC, and JAMB often repeat these examples.