Chapter 2. Principles of State Policy

Chapter 2 Section 24

Chapter 2. Section 24 .Duties of the citizen

It shall be the duty of every citizen to – (a) abide by this Constitution, respect its ideals and its institutions, the National Flag, the National Anthem, the...

Chapter 2 Section 23

Chapter 2. Section 23 . National ethics

The national ethics shall be Discipline, Integrity, Dignity of Labour, Social, Justice, Religious Tolerance, Self-reliance and Patriotism.

Chapter 2 Section 22

Chapter 2. Section 22 . Obligation of the mass media

The press, radio, television and other agencies of the mass media shall at all times be free to uphold the fundamental objectives contained in this Chapter and uphold...

Chapter 2 Section 21

Chapter 2. Section 21 . Directive on Nigeria cultures

The State shall – (a) protect, preserve and promote the Nigerian cultures which enhance human dignity and are consistent with the fundamental objectives as...

Chapter 2 Section 20

Chapter 2. Section 20 . Environmental objectives

 The State shall protect and improve the environment and safeguard the water, air and land, forest and wild life of Nigeria.

Chapter 2 Section 19

Chapter 2. Section 19 . Foreign policy objectives

The foreign policy objectives shall be ­ (a) promotion and protection of the national interest; (b) promotion of African integration and support for African unity; (c)...

Chapter 2 Section 18

Chapter 2. Section 18 . Educational objectives

(1) Government shall direct its policy towards ensuring that there are equal and adequate educational opportunities at all levels. (2) Government shall promote science...

Chapter 2 Section 17

Chapter 2. Section 17 . Social objectives

(1) The State social order is founded on ideals of Freedom, Equality and Justice. (2) In furtherance of the social order- (a) every citizen shall have equality of...

Chapter 2 Section 16

Chapter 2. Section 16 . Economic objectives

(1) The State shall, within the context of the ideals and objectives for which provisions are made in this Constitution. (a) harness the resources of the nation and...

Chapter 2 Section 15

Chapter 2. Section 15 . Political objectives

(1) The motto of the Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress. (2) Accordingly, national integration shall be actively encouraged, whilst...

Chapter 2 Section 14

Chapter 2. Section 14 . The Government and the people

(1) The Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be a State based on the principles of democracy and social justice. (2) It is hereby, accordingly, declared that: (a)...

Chapter 2 Section 13

Chapter 2. Section 13 . Fundamental obligations of the Government

It shall be the duty and responsibility of all organs of government, and of all authorities and persons, exercising legislative, executive or judicial powers, to conform...