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Understanding the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy in Nigeria

Amali, Anthony-Mary Chukwudozie , School of General Studies, Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, Cross River State-Nigeria.
https://orcid.org/0009-0003-7022-0682

Ibe, Onyekachukwu E. , Department of Economies, Faculty of Social Sciences Post Graduate School, Paul University, Awka.


Abstract

The paper understanding the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy in Nigeria, is a modest effort in explaining the Objective and Directive Principle of State Policy in Nigeria as contained in 1999 Constitution as Amended. The review is anchored on secondary data source and employed textual analytical method. It aimed at exposing the reader on the core objects of state policy, citizens’ rights and governments’ contract roles to its citizens for harmonious relationship and suitable socioeconomic development. 

Keywords

Fundamental Objective, Directive Principles, State Policy, Citizens Rights, government Obligations

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Chukwudozie, A. A.-M. ., & Onyekachukwu E., I. . (2026). Understanding the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy in Nigeria. International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics, 6(03), 64-67. https://doi.org/10.55640/ijssll-06-03-06