The main argument against the 1999 Constitution is that
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The 1999 Constitution was promulgated by the military regime of General Abdulsalami Abubakar through Decree No. 24 of 1999. It was not the product of a democratically elected constituent assembly or a referendum, and Nigerians were not given the opportunity to debate and approve its contents. This has led to the persistent argument that the constitution was imposed by the military rather than being a people-driven document. Critics argue that this lack of popular participation undermines its legitimacy and explains why many Nigerians continue to call for a truly home-grown constitution.
The 1999 Constitution was promulgated by the military regime of General Abdulsalami Abubakar through Decree No. 24 of 1999. It was not the product of a democratically elected constituent assembly or a referendum, and Nigerians were not given the opportunity to debate and approve its contents. This has led to the persistent argument that the constitution was imposed by the military rather than being a people-driven document. Critics argue that this lack of popular participation undermines its legitimacy and explains why many Nigerians continue to call for a truly home-grown constitution.