Code of Conduct Tribunal Flashcards

Practice questions covering the establishment, composition, jurisdiction, and punitive powers of the Code of Conduct Tribunal in Nigeria.

Under which specific legal provisions is the Code of Conduct Tribunal established?

It is established under Paragraph $15$ of Part One of the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Section $20$ of the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act.

What is the composition of the Code of Conduct Tribunal?

The tribunal consists of a chairman and two members.

Who appoints the members of the Code of Conduct Tribunal and whose recommendation is required?

They are appointed by the President on the recommendation of the National Judicial Council.

The Code of Conduct Tribunal holds coordinate jurisdiction with which other courts?

It has coordinate jurisdiction with the High Court and the Federal High Court.

What is the qualification requirement for a judge of the Code of Conduct Tribunal in terms of post-call experience?

The qualification is the same as a High Court judge, which is $5$ years post call.

What is the primary jurisdiction of the Code of Conduct Tribunal?

To try public officers for breaches of the code of conduct as defined in Paragraphs $1$ to $14$, Part One of the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution and Sections $5$ to $15$ of the Code of Conduct Tribunal Act.

What are the specific punishments the Code of Conduct Tribunal has the jurisdiction to impose?

1. Vacation of office (elected or nominated). 2. Disqualification from holding any public office for a period not exceeding $10$ years. 3. Seizure and forfeiture to the state of any property acquired in abuse or corruption of office.