GCECivic EducationDemocracy and Rule of Law2022

In Nigeria's presidential democracy, the principle of checks and balances is demonstrated when the National Assembly

Aappoints ministers to the Federal Executive Council
Boverrides a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority voteCORRECT
Cdirects the Supreme Court to reverse its judgements
Dinstructs the Independent National Electoral Commission to conduct elections
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Checks and balances allow each arm of government to limit the powers of the others. When the National Assembly overrides a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority, it checks the executive's power to reject legislation, ensuring no single arm dominates. The legislature cannot appoint ministers, direct court judgements, or instruct INEC, as these would violate separation of powers.
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