The principle of federal character was first enunciated i...
The principle of federal character was first enunciated in the
1989 Constitution
1963 Constitution
1999 Constitution
1979 Constitution
Correct answer is D
The principle of federal character was first enunciated in the 1979 Constitution.
This stands to reason that the appointments of government personnel into any Federal establishment or agency or as a minister is to be done to reflect the federal Character. This means that appointments should spread across the entire country.
The Constitution:
The Federal Character Commission to have a Chairman and one person to represent each of the states and Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The Responsibility of the Commission:
To work out equitable formula which should be subject to approval by the National Assembly for the distribution of all cadres of posts in the Public Services of the federation and the states, armed forces, the police and other relevant government organizations.
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