Civic Education (All Classes)

CIVIL SOCIETY

Civil society is the arena outside of the family, the state and the market where people associate to advance common interests. It is also referred to as the ‘third sector’ of society distinct from government and business organizations or the aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens. Civil societies

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CIVIL SERVICE

The civil service is a department in the executive arm of government which is responsible for the execution of policies and programmes of the government.  The civil service workers are known as Civil Servants.  Each ministry in the civil service is headed by Ministers or Commissioners. Characteristics of Civil Service Neutrality: Civil service workers are

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RULE OF LAW

Rule of Law is the Principle that law (as administered by the ordinary courts) is supreme and that all citizens (including members of the government) are equally subject to it and equally entitled to its protection. It can also be defined as the predominance of law over everybody. The concept of the rule of law

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CITIZENSHIP

Citizenship is the state of being a citizen. It also means the state of having rights and duties of a citizen. A citizen is a legal member of a state or country. The citizenship of Nigeria can be acquired through the following ways: Citizenship by birth Citizenship by registration or marriage Citizenship by naturalization CITIZENSHIP

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THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

The civil service commission is an independent body set up by the government to recruit people into the civil service.  The commission is charged with the responsibility of promotion, discipline and dismissal of civil servants. The civil service commission is made up of members holding offices based on good behavior and criteria set up by

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FEDERALISM

This is a system of government in which political powers in a country are shared between the central government and the component units. The central government is the federal government and the component units are the state and local governments. Nigerian federalism can be traced back to 1914 when the Northern and Southern protectorates were

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CONSTITUTION

A Constitution of a country is the whole body of fundamental laws or rules that guides a country. It can also be defined as a written or unwritten document containing the rules and regulations of a country. Types of constitution include: written constitution, unwritten constitution, flexible constitution, rigid constitution, unitary constitution etc. SOURCES OF A

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CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATION

Civil Society Organizations And Their Characteristics Civil society organizations are social groups which are formed to promote the interests and values of the common citizens.   CHARACTERISTICS OF CIVIL SOCIETY Their characteristics include the following: 1 Membership is voluntary. 2 They are autonomous from the government. 3 They express their ideas collectively. 4 Their demands

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Human Trafficking | Causes, Effects and Consequences

Human trafficking refers to the recruitment, transportation, receipt, and harbouring of individuals in exchange for money. It involves exploiting vulnerable people, particularly women and children, who are subjected to forced labour, slavery, servitude, and prostitution. Those involved in this illicit business are known as human traffickers. Human trafficking is a grave violation of human rights,

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Democracy: Characteristics, Types, Importance, Problems & Process of Democracy

Abraham Lincoln famously stated that democracy is a form of governance that derives its power from the people, is executed by the people, and serves the interests of the people. This governmental framework involves individuals exercising their political authority through periodic elections, either directly or by selecting representatives. The term “democracy” originates from ancient Greek,

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Popular Participation: Factors, Reasons, Types, Need, Traditional & Modern Modes

Popular participation refers to the enthusiastic and proactive involvement of the populace in managing the affairs of the state across different levels. This active engagement holds significant importance within a democratic framework, facilitating the efficient functioning and steadiness of the political structure. Factors that can Promote Popular Participation 1. Effective Governance: Effective governance is fundamental

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Civil Society: Roles, Examples, Factors, Functions, Needs, Qualities & Problems

Civil society constitutes the realm beyond the confines of family, state, and market, where individuals come together to promote shared interests. It is commonly denoted as the ‘third sector,’ distinct from governmental and corporate entities, encapsulating a collection of non-governmental organizations and institutions that reflect the desires and aspirations of citizens. Within civil society lie

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CONSTITUTED AUTHORITY

To ensure that people live in peace in the society, there is need to obey law and order. This gives rise to people being in positions of constituted authority and the need to respect them.   POWER This can be defined as the ability to affect the behavior of another person by threat of some

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Right and Duties of Citizens

As a citizen, you have both rights and duties that are essential for the functioning and well-being of your community and country. These rights and duties vary to some extent across different countries, but there are some common principles that apply to citizenship in general. Here are some key rights and duties of citizens: Rights

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