WAEC GCE CIVIC EDUCATION ANSWERS 2020

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Civic theory answers

1a.

i. citizenship by birth

ii. citizenship by registration

iii.citizenship by naturalisation.

i. Citizenship by birth : Section 25 of the Nigerian Constitution explains in detail those individuals who are eligible under this category which simply means  those who were born in Nigeria. Although being born in Nigeria does not automatically confer Nigerian citizenship.

ii. Citizenship by registration : This category of citizenship is covered under Section 26 of the Nigerian Constitution. An individual could be issued a certificate of citizenship of Nigeria if they satisfy certain conditions like being worthy  in good character, expresses and shows a clear desire to be resident in the country, taking  oath of allegiance to Nigeria, which is provided by Schedule 7 to the Nigerian Constitution, a woman who marries a Nigerian can also fall under this category

iii. Citizenship by  Naturalization : Another means of citizenship in Nigeria is citizenship by naturalisation. Section 27 of the Constitution makes provision for this, provided certain requirements to be met, subject to Section 28 of the Constitution. If the person is confident that they meet the requirements, a written application is then made to the President applying for a certificate of naturalisation.

(2a)

Law and Order is a condition in which the existing rules, regulations, norms and related legal codes are recognized and observed for the sustenance of peace, orderliness and security of lives and property in society.

 7a Representative democracy, also known as indirect democracy or representative government, is a type of democracy founded on the principle of elected officials representing a group of people, as opposed to direct democracy. … In it the power is in the hands of the representatives who are elected by the people.

(Question 4)

1. Investigation of drug-related crimes

The primary task of the NDLEA is to regularly find measures and means of finding out drug-related crimes which are the cultivation, trading and use of narcotic drugs and substances.

2. Enforcing drug laws

There are several units outside the NDLEA with the responsibility of enforcing rules and regulations regarding drugs in the Nigerian constitution. The job of the NDLEA is to partner with these other agencies so as to enact drug laws.

3. Destroying narcotic plants and substances

The agency many times has to start from the root problem, the cultivation of hard drugs. The agency has the power to destroy narcotic plants and trees. By doing this, the agency will succeed at stifling the demands for these substances.

4. Partnering with international agencies to fight drug trafficking

Though a federal agency, the agency has international obligations. Its role is to oversee all drug-related affairs both within and outside Nigeria and enforce international drug laws.

5. Leading in efforts related to drug-related researches

The agency serves as a technical and scientific unit in studies and experiments related to the use of narcotic substances. Since new substances are being adapted to form illegal substances, the NDLEA has a leading role to play in gathering these activities.

6. Tracing proceeds from illegal drug trades

The NDLEA is responsible for finding out drug barons and dealers. Tracking illicit financial flows and seizing such proceeds

(2a)

Law and Order is a condition in which the existing rules, regulations, norms and related legal codes are recognized and observed for the sustenance of peace, orderliness and security of lives and property in society.

(2b)

(i)Traditional constituted authorities: Traditional constituted authority is based on the customs and traditions or culture of the people. The leaders are in charge of the local traditions and customs. Examples of traditional constituted authorities in Nigeria are: Alafin of Oyo, the sultan of sokoto, the obi of umaiah

(ii)Religious constituted authorities: This is leaders of religious organization. These are spiritual leaders of any religious group in the society. They can be elected or appointed depending on their practice or doctrine, these leaders include pastors of churches, Imams of mosques, priest etc.

(iii)Government constituted Authorities: These are leaders who have the Constitutional backing to rule the people. They are leaders of Government. E.g the presidents, the governors, the ministers etc.

(2c)

(i)protection of citizens:The government

ensures that all the the citizens are

protected from both internal and external danger. They ensure all citizens are free from terrorism.

(ii)Development of the society: Constituted authorities joins hands together to bring about development in the society through maintenance of law and order.

(iii)Religious authority helps followers to be closer to God and helps the followers to fear God.

(8a)

(i) No interest in registration of voters.

(ii). Ignoring electoral activities.

(iii) Ignoring elections.

(iv) Showing no interest in protecting the electoral process.

(v) .Showing no political position.

(8b)

(i) Inculcating civic values.

(ii) Establishing corrupt free electoral body that would act as an impartial umpire in 

the electoral process.

(iii)Independent/non-partisan judiciary.

(iv)Encouraging popular participation in elections.

(v)Defending the fundamental human rights of citizens.

(vi)Making leaders accountable to the people who elected them.

(4)

(i) Investigation of drug-related crimes: The primary task of the NDLEA is to regularly find measures and means of finding out drug-related crimes which are the cultivation, trading and use of narcotic drugs and substances.

(ii) Enforcing drug law: There are several units outside the NDLEA with the responsibility of enforcing rules and regulations regarding drugs in the Nigerian constitution. The job of the NDLEA is to partner with these other agencies so as to enact drug laws.

(iii) Destroying narcotic plants and substances: The agency many times has to start from the root problem, the cultivation of hard drugs. The agency has the power to destroy narcotic plants and trees. By doing this, the agency will succeed at stifling the demands for these substances.

(iv) Partnering with international agencies to fight drug trafficking: Though a federal agency, the agency has international obligations. Its role is to oversee all drug-related affairs both within and outside Nigeria and enforce international drug laws.

(v) Leading in efforts related to drug-related researches: The agency serves as a technical and scientific unit in studies and experiments related to the use of narcotic substances. Since new substances are being adapted to form illegal substances, the NDLEA has a leading role to play in gathering these activities.

(3a)

i. peaceful situation and environment coupled with the abilities of uniting the community members together.

ii. Enhancement Of Security: It is the duty of a positive inter-communal relationship to enhance and ensure stable security consciousness in their communities. This will help to remove the fear of violence, war of any kind between the communities involved.

iii. Promotion Of Intercommunal/Tribal Marriage: A responsible intercommunal relationship will promote tribal marriage by allowing the citizens and community members to marry from their neighbouring communities. This will enhance willingness for the communities to give out the hands of their sons and daughters in marriage with each other.

iv. Promotion Of Political Development: A positive intercommunal relationship promotes political development of different kinds and ensures that concerned communities participate in issues related to political enhancement in their various communities.

v. Promotion Of Economic Progress: A responsible and positive intercommunal relationship will enhance peaceful atmosphere and strategies for each other business like inter-marketing strategies, inter-agriculture strategies etc.

vi. Promotion Of Government Programmes And Policies.

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