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JAMB Government 2006 Question 42

Question 42

Legislature

A bill could become law without the president's assent if

  1. A.overruled by the Supreme Court
  2. B.supported by a two-thirds majority of the legislature
  3. C.necessitated by a state of emergency
  4. D.assented to by the Chief Justice.
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Answer: B (supported by a two-thirds majority of the legislature)

Explanation

If the president withholds assent, the National Assembly can override the veto by passing the bill again with a two-thirds majority.