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The structure of Nigerian government, its states, political parties, elections, and federal agencies.
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Nigeria is a federation of 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, organised under the 1999 Constitution into three constitutionally recognised tiers —…
Nigeria's National Assembly is a bicameral federal legislature established by Chapter V of the 1999 Constitution, comprising a 109-seat Senate (three senators per state…
The Nigerian Constitution (1999, as amended)
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria was promulgated by military decree on 5 May 1999 and took effect on 29 May 1999,…
The Presidency and Executive Structure
Nigeria's executive branch is headed by an elected President who serves as Head of State, Chief Executive and Commander-in-Chief under Chapter VI of the…