JAMB Government 1982 Question 7

Question 7

Presidential and Parliamentary Systems

In the presidential system in Nigeria the Chief Executive remains in office for

  1. A.a period of eight years
  2. B.a fixed term
  3. C.as long as he enjoys popular support
  4. D.two terms
  5. E.a period of six years
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (a fixed term)

Explanation

Under the 1979 presidential constitution the President served a fixed term of four years and could not be removed by a vote of no confidence.