NECO Civic Education 2015 Question 43

Question 43

Structure and Organs of Government

The Chief Justice of Nigeria is appointed by the president on the recommendation of the

  1. A.Judicial Committee of Justice.
  2. B.National Assembly.
  3. C.National Judiciary Council.
  4. D.Nigeria Bar Association.
  5. E.Supreme Court.
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Answer: C (National Judiciary Council.)

Explanation

Under the 1999 Constitution the President appoints the CJN on the recommendation of the National Judicial Council, subject to Senate confirmation.