Section 154 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (CFRN) (As amended) – Here is all you need to know about section 154 of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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Section 154 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria
Here is what section 154 of the CFRN says:
(1) Except in the case of ex officio members or where other provisions are made in this Constitution, the Chairman and members of any of the bodies so established shall, subject to the provisions of this Constitution, be appointed by the President and the appointment shall be subject to confirmation by the Senate.
(2) In exercising his powers to appoint a person as Chairman or member of the Council of State or the National Defence Council or the National Security Council, the President shall not be required to obtain the confirmation of the Senate.
(3) In exercising his powers to appoint a person as Chairman or member of the Independent National Electoral Commission, National Judicial Council, the Federal Judicial Service Commission or the National Population Commission, the President shall consult the Council of State.