Non-Negotiability of Nigerian Unity

SS1 GOVERNMENT

2nd Term
On January 15, 1970, in Dodan Barracks, Lagos, Biafran acting Head of State, Gen. Philip Effiong, Colonel David Ogunewe, Colonel Patrick Anwunah, Colonel Patrick Amadi and police commissioner Patric Okeke submitted Biafra’s document of surrender, which officially marked the end of the civil war. 
For Gen. Yakubu Gowon, the rising sun of Biafra has set forever. This implies that Nigeria’s unity is not negotiable. Now you can understand why the average Nigerian is not perturbed by the current hoopla about Biafra. 

Functions of the president

SS1 GOVERNMENT

2nd Term

Functions of the president as the head of state.
(1) He has the power to assent to bills passed by the legislature.
(2) He represents the country at or sends delegates to international conferences.
(3) Ceremonial function: to grace important occasions like Independence Day Ceremonies etc..
(4) To receive dignitaries from other countries.

Functions of the president as the head of government. 
(1) He controls the civil service 
(2) He makes important appointments. 
(3) He is the Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces 
(4) He allocates revenue. 
(5) He presents the annual budget, first to the legislature for approval, and then to the nation. 
(6) He formulates foreign policy objectives and sees to its implementation. 
(7) He maintains law and order in the country. 
(8) He has the prerogative of mercy. 
(9) he appoints the Chief Justice 
(10) He initiates policies