JAMB Government 1982 Question 39

Question 39

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

In which of the following institutions does the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria provide for the representation of traditional rulers?

  1. A.The Senate
  2. B.National House of Chiefs
  3. C.The Population Bureau
  4. D.Council of States
  5. E.National Economic Council
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Answer: D (Council of States)

Explanation

The 1979 Constitution made one traditional ruler from each state a member of the Council of State (the book prints 'Council of States'), an advisory body to the President.