Section 216 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria

Section 216 of the Constitution of Nigeria 1999 is about Delegation of powers to the Inspector-General of Police. It is under Chapter VI (The Executive) of the Act.

(1) Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, the Nigeria Police Council may, with the approval of the President and subject to such conditions as it may think fit, delegate any of the powers conferred upon it by this Constitution to any of its members or to the Inspector-General of Police or any other member of the Nigeria Police Force.

(2) Before making any appointment to the office of the Inspector-General of Police or removing him from office, the President shall consult the Nigeria Police Council.

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