From 1966 - 1979 & from 1983 - 1983, military leaders took over Nigeria's government. It was restored in 1999. when a new constitution was adopted.
National Government
Nigeria is governed under the constitution of 1999. The president, who is both head of state and head of government, is popularly elected for a four-year term and is eligible for a second term. The bicameral legislature, the National Assembly, consists of the 109-seat Senate and a 360-seat House of Representatives; all legislators are elected by popular vote for four-year terms. Administratively, the country is divided into 36 states and the federal capital territory.
Local Government
Nigeria is divided into 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja. Each state is governed by a House of Assembly and a governor. Assembly members and the governor are elected by the people to four-year terms. Nigeria's 36 states are divided into over 750 local government areas. Elected local government councils administer these areas.
Courts
The Supreme Court is the highest court in Nigeria. Including the country's Juidical system : Federal Courts of Appeal, The Federal High Court, and the State High Courts.
Armed Forces:
Nigeria has a small navy and air force, an army, and also a federal police force. The military service are all voluntary. Everyone is opened to it and who ever is willing can join.
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