Waec Model Questions Vol1 2018 Civic Education Question 7

Practice objective / multiple choice question 7 from the 2018 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Civic Education examination.

Waec Model Questions Vol1 2018 Civic Education Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 7 WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2018 • CIVIC_EDUCATION • objective

During a peaceful protest, journalist Bayo published an article exposing alleged corruption in a local government office. The authorities detained him without trial, citing national security. Which fundamental human right under the Nigerian Constitution is being violated, and what legal remedy is available to Bayo?

Answer Options

A. Right to a fair trial; Bayo can file a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission.
B. Freedom of movement; Bayo may request a declaration of unconstitutionality from the Court of Appeal.
Correct Answer C. Freedom of expression; Bayo can file a petition in the High Court for violation of his fundamental right.
D. Right to peaceful assembly; Bayo can seek a writ of habeas corpus from the Federal High Court.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
Freedom of expression; Bayo can file a petition in the High Court for violation of his fundamental right.

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This is Waec Model Questions Vol1 2018 Civic Education Question 7. It is one of the objective questions from the 2018 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Civic Education examination.

Difficulty level: Medium .

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