Theory question 108
Constitutional Development in NigeriaSection B (answer any two questions from this section)
Highlight the functions of the President in the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria.
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Head of state, chief executive and head of government.
Commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
Appoints ministers, ambassadors, top judges and heads of federal agencies (subject to Senate approval).
Presides over the Federal Executive Council.
Assents to or vetoes bills.
Presents the annual budget to the National Assembly.
Prerogative of mercy (after consulting the Council of State).
Declares a state of emergency (approved by the National Assembly) and war (with National Assembly approval).
Conducts foreign relations and signs treaties.
Ensures enforcement of federal laws and the constitution.
Confers national honours.
Use the 1979 constitution, not later ones.