JAMB Government 2004 Question 21

Question 21

Executive

Under the 1999 Constitution, the power to declare war is vested in the

  1. A.National Security Council
  2. B.legislature
  3. C.executive
  4. D.National Council of States
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (legislature)

Explanation

The President may not declare war without the approval of both Houses of the National Assembly in joint sitting, so the deciding power lies with the legislature.