1979 Constitutions - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• JAMB 2004

A distinguishing feature of the 1979 Constitution was the

A. Introduction of federal structure
B. Introduction of unicameralism into Nigeria
C. Departure from the parliamentary to the presidential system of government
D. Preservation and entrenchment of republicanism

Question 27:

• JAMB 2007

The principle of federal character was first enunciated in the

A. 1989 Constitution
B. 1963 Constitution
C. 1999 Constitution
D. 1979 Constitution

Question 28:

• JAMB 2011

The presidential system of government was introduced in Nigeria with the Constitution of

A. 1989
B. 1999
C. 1960
D. 1979

Question 29:

• JAMB 2012

Quota system and federal character principles were entrenched in the 1979 constitution to ensure

A. Loyalty
B. Economic empowerment
C. Equity
D. Even development

Question 30:

• JAMB 2013

Under the 1979 Constitution, statutory allocation of revenue to local government councils is the responsibility of the

A. House of Assembly
B. National Economic Council
C. Federal Legislature
D. Council of State