Under the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria, the head of the judiciary was the

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JAMB 1989

A. Attorney general and minister of justice
B. chief justice of the federation
C. solicitor-general and permanent secretary, federal ministry of justice
D. chief registrar of the supreme court

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

Under the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria, the Chief Justice of the Federation (CJF) was the head of the judiciary. The CJF was responsible for overseeing the judicial system, presiding over the Supreme Court, and ensuring the interpretation and application of laws in accordance with the Constitution.

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