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Under the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, a citizen of Nigeria by birth is legally permitted to hold dual citizenship, whereas a person who acquires Nigerian citizenship by registration or naturalization forfeits their Nigerian citizenship if they acquire or retain another nationality.

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The statement is TRUE.
The statement accurately reflects Section 28 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution. Dual citizenship is constitutional for Nigerians by birth, but naturalized or registered citizens lose their Nigerian status if they hold another citizenship.

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Examine Section 28 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria regarding dual citizenship.
Identify that citizens of Nigeria by birth are constitutionally allowed to acquire or hold foreign citizenship without losing their Nigerian citizenship.
Constitutional provisions explicitly protect dual nationality for citizens by birth.
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Compare the dual citizenship rules for registered and naturalized citizens.
Confirm that non-indigenous citizens (by registration or naturalization) forfeit Nigerian citizenship upon acquiring or retaining another nationality.
The constitution enforces single allegiance for individuals who acquired citizenship through naturalization or registration.

Key Concept

Dual Citizenship Provisions in Nigerian Constitutional Law
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Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, Duties, and Obligations

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