JAMB Government 1986 Question 37

Question 37

Judiciary

In Nigeria, the highest court for muslims is the

  1. A.Alkali Court
  2. B.Sharia Court of Appeal
  3. C.Supreme Court
  4. D.Upper Area Court
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Sharia Court of Appeal)

Explanation

The Sharia Court of Appeal is the highest court dealing only with Islamic personal law. Appeals from it can still go to the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court, which serve everyone.