1972 Constitution

The 1972 Constitution of Nigeria was established to replace the earlier 1963 document, emphasizing a federal system that grants significant powers to states and the central government. It aimed to promote national unity, parliamentary democracy, and economic development, while safeguarding fundamental human rights. The Constitution clearly defines the structure of government, including the executive, legislature, and judiciary, and outlines the process for lawmaking and governance. It also established mechanisms for checks and balances to prevent abuse of power and set the framework for Nigeria’s political and legal system, serving as the supreme law until replaced or amended.