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Public opinion refers to the opinion of the majority of the people in a society. It is the collective opinion or attitude of the public towards a particular issue or topic. It is often used to gauge the public's views and attitudes towards government policies, political issues, and other societal matters.

Pressure groups can have both positive and negative impacts on the government. On the positive side, they can bring important issues to the attention of the government and the public. On the negative side, they can exert undue influence on the government and can lead to policies that favor a specific group at the expense of the wider society.

The Public Service Commission was established by the 1979 constitution of Nigeria. The commission is responsible for the appointment, promotion, and discipline of public officers in Nigeria.

Nigeria's foreign policy is influenced by its position as a major exporter of natural resources. Nigeria is known for its vast natural resources, especially crude oil, which significantly influences its foreign relations and policy decisions.

The process of forming public opinion is known as socialization. This is the process through which individuals acquire the knowledge, language, social skills, and values to conform to the norms and roles required for integration into a group or community. It is a combination of both deliberate and unconscious learning, teaching, and adjustment.

The electoral commission that organized the 1979 general elections was FEDECO (Federal Electoral Commission). This body was established in 1976 during the military regime of General Olusegun Obasanjo, and it conducted the elections that led to Nigeria's Second Republic in 1979.

When Africa is the centerpiece of Nigeria's foreign policy, it is said to be Afrocentric. This means that the policy is centered on African issues and values, and prioritizes African unity and interests.

The 1963 constitution of Nigeria created a list of powers that were exclusively reserved for the Federal government. These powers included defense, foreign affairs, and the economy. The regional governments were given powers over areas such as education and health.

Judges in the International Court of Justice are appointed for a period of nine years. The International Court of Justice, also known as the World Court, is the main judicial organ of the United Nations. It settles legal disputes submitted by states and gives advisory opinions on legal issues referred to it by authorised UN organs and specialised agencies.

The zoning system in Nigerian politics refers to the rotation of power among different regions. This is a political arrangement to ensure that political power is not monopolized by a particular region, but is rotated among different regions in the country.