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JAMB Government 1989 Question 42

Question 42

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

Under the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria, the president of the federal republic could only be removed from office by

  1. A.the National Assembly
  2. B.the Senate
  3. C.the House of Representatives
  4. D.a motion approved by at least two-thirds of all the state houses of assembly
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (the National Assembly)

Explanation

Under the 1979 Constitution, impeachment of the President needed action by both houses of the National Assembly (still the rule under the 1999 Constitution).