Features of the Nigerian Constitution - JSS3 Civic education Lesson Note
The Nigerian constitution is characterized by several key features that define its structure, content, and principles:
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Federal Structure: Nigeria operates a federal system of government, with power divided between the federal, state, and local levels, each with its legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
Separation of Powers: The constitution provides for the separation of powers among the three arms of government – the executive, legislative, and judicial – to prevent the concentration of power and ensure checks and balances.
Bill of Rights: The constitution contains a Bill of Rights that guarantees fundamental human rights and freedoms, including the right to life, liberty, equality, and due process, which are enforceable in courts of law.
Supremacy of the Constitution: The Nigerian constitution is supreme and serves as the highest law of the land, providing the framework for the exercise of governmental authority and ensuring that all laws and actions are consistent with its provisions.