An examination of the application of the doctrine of separation of powers in Nigeria Department: Political Science By: solruth Project ID: 2310 Rating: (3.1) votes: 16Rate this project12345 Price:₦3000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis study examines the role of the legislature in impeachment proceedings under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (As Amended). The Constitution of Nigeria clearly ensures the separation of governmental powers as an underlined principle. Separation of powers as an underlying principle of governance vests legislative powers of Nigeria in the National Assembly thus, impeachment as a constitutional process is not designed as a weapon of political oppression of the president or the governor, but however impeachment, when used appropriately, puts the government of the day on it toes, ensuring it fulfills its legally sworn ought. ...Preview Download Preview +Other Political Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Federalism and national integration in Nigeria: issues and challenges»The role of local government in rural development: a study of Warri north local government area of Delta state»The role of political parties in democratic governance in Nigeria: a case study of PDP: 1999-2007»Dependency and underdevelopment in Africa: the Nigerian experience»Terrorism and Nigerias economy: an assessment of the boko haram insurgency»Nigerian federalism and local government autonomy»Women empowerment in Nigerian politics: (case study of Udi local government area)»Poverty reduction and sustainable development in Nigeria»Poverty and youth restiveness in Nigeria. An evaluation of the boko haram crisis»Corruption and underdevelopment (a case study of halliburton) »The socio-economic implications of the boko haram insurgence in Nigeria: 2009-2013»The impact of civil society organization on Nigerias socio-political development: An appraisal of civil liberties organization»The impact of public opinion on public policy in Nigeria: an appraisal of 2010-2012»Labour unrest and underdevelopment in Nigeria: an appraisal of 2000-2013»Military rule and political transition in Nigeria: An appraisal of Abacha regime (1993- 1998)