Theory question 105
Citizenship, Rights and DutiesOutline five ways in which citizens can checkmate political office holders in Nigeria.
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Model answer
Any five: voting out non-performing leaders; recall of legislators; petitions and use of the courts; peaceful protests and demonstrations; using the media and social media to expose wrongdoing; joining pressure groups and civil society organisations; demanding information under the Freedom of Information Act; reporting corruption to EFCC/ICPC; attending town hall meetings and monitoring projects.
Explanation
Five lawful ways.