The Council of Elders in the pre-colonial political institutions of West Africa best served on the Council as
- warriors of the state
- go-between the gods and the people
- custodians of the wealth of the state
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representative of the commoners
The correct answer is: D
Explanation
The Council of Elders acted as a governing body that represented the interests and voices of the common people in the community. They provided leadership, settled disputes and made decisions that affected the welfare of the community. They ensured that the perspectives and needs of the commoners were considered in the governance process.