Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Section 8(5) of 1999 Constitution — National Assembly’s Role in Creation of Local Government Areas Is Consequential and Mandatory

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The National Assembly has a consequential and mandatory role in local government creation. The principle applies to constitutional law. The Assembly must make provisions for names and headquarters. The rule ensures federal oversight. The court will enforce this mandatory duty. The principle is well-established.

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