The Constitution is not a suicide pact The Constitution is not a suicide pact "The Constitution is not a suicide pact" is a phrase in American political and legal discourse. The phrase expresses the belief that constitutional restrictions on governmental power must be balanced against the need for survival of the state and its people. It is most often attributed to Abraham Lincoln, as a response to charges that he was violating the United States Constitution by suspending "habeas corpus" during the American Civil War. Although the phrase echoes statements made by Lincoln, and although versions of the sentiment have been advanced at various times in American
President of Nigeria the general election. The President has the powers entrusted by the Constitution and legislation, including those necessary to perform the functions of Head of State and Head of the national executive. The President is responsible for: Chapter VI, Part I, Section 131 of the constitution states that a person may be qualified for election of the office of the President if: A person who meets the above qualifications is still disqualified from holding the office of the President if: The Constitution of Nigeria specifies an oath of office for the President of the federation. The oath is administered by the