Functions of the 1999 constitution The Preamble: A constitution contains a preamble which declare its aspiration The political structure It states the structure of government; whether unitary or Federal and at the same time defines the division of powers among the component units in the state. The political institutions The constitution also defines the powers …
Meaning The Nigerian Constitution is the supreme law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It provides the framework for the governance and administration of the country, establishing the powers and responsibilities of the government institutions, as well as the fundamental rights and freedoms of its citizens. The current Nigerian Constitution was adopted on May 29, …
NEED FOR PLANNING To ensure and increase the rate of economic development. Planning assist in increasing the rate of capital formation by raising the levels of income, saving and investment. To remove widespread unemployment To remove high level of poverty and bring about even distribution of resources to the people To promote risk management in …
Electoral malpractice refers to any illegal or unethical behaviour that occurs during the electoral process, with the aim of manipulating the outcome of an election or undermining its fairness. It can take various forms and can be perpetrated by individuals, groups, or even state institutions. Here are some examples of electoral malpractice: 1. Voter Suppression: …
Free and fair elections are fundamental to democracy and play a crucial role in ensuring the legitimacy of governments. In free and fair elections, all eligible citizens have the right to vote without any undue interference, and the electoral process is conducted in a transparent and impartial manner. Here are some key elements of free …
INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC) The independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is the main agent of democracy in Nigeria. INEC is a permanent body created by the constitution to organize Federal, state and Local Government council elections in Nigeria. Functions of Electoral Commission They educate Nigerian citizens about democracy and election process in Nigeria Registration of …
An election can be defined as an act, or process of voting for a candidate to represent the people of a country in the various arms of government. The concept of election implies that the voters have wider choices and can choose among them that will transform the country. IMPORTANCE OF ELECTION Choice of leaders: …
Before the date of the Election, each qualified voter is expected to have registered. At the registration centre, he will be given a voter’s card which qualifies him for voting on the day of the election. On election day, the electorate goes to the centre where he was registered. He presents his voter’s card and …
Voter education is a process of teaching, training and learning about a political activity that will guide the electorates before, during and after the election in a country. Voting Voting in its widest meaning is an act of choosing candidates of choice by the electorates or voters. The electorate will go to the polling station …
Management is the act of controlling a business organization. The managing director serves as the overall boss of an organization, laying down all general lines of policy, and hiring and firing assistant managerial staff to carry out the decisions. NEEDS FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT To raise the standard of living and improve the condition of the …
Source of Funding Content: Personal savings: Most self employ people normally raise the initial capital from savings they have made over a period of time. Gifts from friends and relations: some self employed people get their funds or capital from their relations or close friends. Loans from banks: self employed people do approach banks particularly …
The sss in the federal government law enforcement agency in Nigeria it helps in internal policing. FUNCTIONS OF THE STATE SECURITY SERVICE Defending and protecting the federal government against domestic threats. Upholding and enforcing criminal laws in Nigeria. Providing leadership and criminal justice services to both federal and state law – enforcement agencies. Protection of …
National security could mean any defence plan by a nation which is good enough to successfully resist hostile or destructive action inside or outside a country. ROLE OF CITIZENS IN MAINTAININ NATIONAL SECURITY Vigilance involves being conscious of the happenings within the environment. Vigilance helps in curbing the activities of vandals of government property …
Citizen vote to elect their representatives to the national assembly and House of Representatives, they are the major pillars in sponsoring bills to amend any section of the constitution. Sending memorandum to National Assembly and House of Representatives on the portion that needs to be reviewed. This memorandum will serve as part of the citizen’s …
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