How long is a presidential term in Nigeria, and how many terms may a person serve?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Four years, with a maximum of two terms
- Step 1: The 1999 constitution fixed the length of each term. Step 2. It also limits a president to two terms. Answer: Four years, with a maximum of two terms. Why not the others: the other combinations do not appear in the constitution.
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