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Izy OKU
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Step by Step: How a President can declare State of Emergency in a state
In Nigeria, the President can declare a State of Emergency in any state under Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The process involves the following steps:
1. Grounds for Declaration
A State of Emergency can be declared if:
• There is a war or a major security threat.
• There is a breakdown of public order and safety.
• A natural disaster (like floods or epidemics) has severely affected the state.
• The state government is unable to function properly.
• The governor of the state requests it.
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