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NECO Government 2022 Theory — Question 7

Question 7 of 13 from the National Examinations Council (NECO) Government 2022 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Outline five significant provisions of the 1989 Third Republic Constitution which deepened the democratic development of Nigeria.

Model answer

- Provided for the establishment of traditional councils to promote the culture of the people. - Reduced the age for elective positions with the aim of increasing political participation. - Recall of political office holders in the legislature to make them accountable, responsive and responsible to the people better service. - Creation of federal executive bodies led to job creation and delivery. - Supremacy of the constitution to prevent dictatorship. - Abuja was created as the seat of government to emphasize the federal character. - Centralization of constitutional functions and fiscal resources. - Entrenchment of Fundamental Human Rights to provide adequate protection for the rights of the people. - Entrenchment of separation of powers. - Retention of the Supreme Court as the highest court of the land.

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