The 1991 Constitution

The 1991 Constitution of Nigeria is the country's supreme law, establishing the framework for government and protecting citizens' rights. It created a federal system with separate executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and defined how leaders are elected. The Constitution guarantees fundamental rights like freedom of speech, religion, and equality before the law. It also sets out the roles of various government institutions and procedures for lawmaking. Essentially, it serves as the legal foundation that guides Nigeria’s governance, ensuring democracy, rule of law, and the protection of individual freedoms.