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WAEC Government 1995 Question 42

Question 42

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

The functions of the Governor-General in Nigeria after independence did not include

  1. A.the dismissal of Ministers
  2. B.ceremonial functions
  3. C.the appointment of the Prime Minister
  4. D.the granting of pardon
  5. E.legislating by proclamation.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (legislating by proclamation.)

Explanation

The Governor-General had ceremonial and formal powers (appointing the Prime Minister, pardon, formally dismissing ministers on advice), but law-making belonged to Parliament.