passwella.
Menu

JAMB Government 1997 Question 12

Question 12

Legislature

During the second republic in Nigeria, the branch of the legislature responsible for ratifying presidential nominees for appointments was the

  1. A.Senate
  2. B.Council of States
  3. C.House of Representatives
  4. D.Public Service Commission
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Senate)

Explanation

Under the 1979 Constitution, the Senate confirmed the president's nominees for posts such as ministers, ambassadors and heads of key commissions. The Senate has the same role today.