VOTER EDUCATION
Voter education is a process that aims to inform and educate individuals about the electoral process, their rights and responsibilities as voters, and the candidates and issues at stake in… Read More »VOTER EDUCATION
Civic Education (All Classes)
FEATURES OF THE 1999 CONSTITUTION
Functions of the 1999 constitution The Preamble: A constitution contains a preamble which declare its aspiration The political structure It states the structure of government; whether unitary or Federal and… Read More »FEATURES OF THE 1999 CONSTITUTION
The Current Nigerian Constitution
Meaning The Nigerian Constitution is the supreme law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It provides the framework for the governance and administration of the country, establishing the powers and… Read More »The Current Nigerian Constitution
Planning for Results
NEED FOR PLANNING To ensure and increase the rate of economic development. Planning assist in increasing the rate of capital formation by raising the levels of income, saving and investment.… Read More »Planning for Results
Electoral Malpractice: Full Explanation
Electoral malpractice refers to any illegal or unethical behaviour that occurs during the electoral process, with the aim of manipulating the outcome of an election or undermining its fairness. It… Read More »Electoral Malpractice: Full Explanation
FREE AND FAIR ELECTION
Free and fair elections are fundamental to democracy and play a crucial role in ensuring the legitimacy of governments. In free and fair elections, all eligible citizens have the right… Read More »FREE AND FAIR ELECTION
ELECTORAL BODIES IN NIGERIA
INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC) The independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is the main agent of democracy in Nigeria. INEC is a permanent body created by the constitution to organize Federal,… Read More »ELECTORAL BODIES IN NIGERIA
MEANING OF ELECTION
An election can be defined as an act, or process of voting for a candidate to represent the people of a country in the various arms of government. The concept… Read More »MEANING OF ELECTION
Process of Voting
Before the date of the Election, each qualified voter is expected to have registered. At the registration centre, he will be given a voter’s card which qualifies him for voting… Read More »Process of Voting
VOTER EDUCATION
Voter education is a process of teaching, training and learning about a political activity that will guide the electorates before, during and after the election in a country. Voting Voting… Read More »VOTER EDUCATION
DRUG LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
ACTIVITIES OF DRUG LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES There are two major agencies in Nigeria responsible for drug management and control. These agencies are NDLEA and NAFDAC. a) National Drug Law Enforcement… Read More »DRUG LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
PREVENTION OF DRUG ABUSE
It will be difficult to completely eradicated drug abuse in Nigeria. However, some measures can help to reduce the rate and dangers of drug abuse in our society. Below are… Read More »PREVENTION OF DRUG ABUSE
EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE
Drugs are substances or mixtures used by people, based on medical prescription, for the prevention or total cure of ailments. However, anytime a drug is taken without medical prescription or… Read More »EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE
DRUG ABUSE II
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF DRUG ABUSE Constant anxiety, depression and frustration Mood swings Bloodshot eyes Weight loss Forgetfulness Disorderly behaviour Nervousness Slow, disjointed speech Shabby appearance Victims are also prone… Read More »DRUG ABUSE II
DRUG USE AND ABUSE | MEANING, ABUSES & CAUSES
A drug is a substance or a mixture used for the prevention or cure of ailment. Drug abuse is defined as the non-medical use of drugs that can alter mood… Read More »DRUG USE AND ABUSE | MEANING, ABUSES & CAUSES
EMERGENCY – FULL EXPLANATION
Emergency can be defined as urgent situations that require the suspension of the constitution in order to restore law and order. During periods of emergency government institutions such as legislature,… Read More »EMERGENCY – FULL EXPLANATION
HUMAN RIGHTS
Human rights are the inalienable rights and privileges enjoyed by the citizens of a state as codified in the constitution. Such rights include right to life, right to dignity of… Read More »HUMAN RIGHTS
POPULAR PARTICIPATION
Popular participation is the willingness and active involvement of the people in the conduct of the affairs of the state at various levels. Popular participation is important in democracy and… Read More »POPULAR PARTICIPATION
HUMAN RIGHTS
Human rights are basic or fundamental rights that citizens of a country must enjoy. These rights are usually written in the country’s constitution. Examples of human rights are: right to… Read More »HUMAN RIGHTS
CIVIL SOCIETY | DEFINITION, ROLES, EXAMPLES, FACTORS
Civil society is the arena outside of the family, the state and the market where people associate to advance common interests. It is also referred to as the ‘third sector’… Read More »CIVIL SOCIETY | DEFINITION, ROLES, EXAMPLES, FACTORS