(2)
The functions of Cabinet are to determine, formulate and implement the decisions
of Government and other functions as may be provided by law.
(3)
The Ministers are appointed by the President with the approval of Parliament
from among Members of Parliament or persons qualified to be elected as Members of
Parliament.
(4)
The total number of Cabinet Ministers must not exceed twenty-one except
with the approval of Parliament.
(5)
A Minister shall not hold any other office of profit or benefits likely to
compromise his or her office.
16.
Other Ministers. (Article 114)
The President may, with the approval of Parliament appoint other Ministers not exceeding
twenty-one (except with the approval of Parliament) to assist Cabinet Ministers in the
performance of their functions.
17.
Functions of Ministers. (Articles 117, 113(3) and 114(4))
(1)
The functions of the Ministers are as given from time to time by the President.
(2)
Ministers are individually accountable to the President for the administration
of their Ministries and collectively responsible for any decision made by Cabinet.
18.
Vacation of office of Minister. (Article 116)
The office of a Minister becomes vacant—
(a)
upon his or her resignation or death;
(b)
if he or she becomes disqualified to be a Member of Parliament; or
(c)
upon removal by the President.
19.
Removal of Minister by Parliament. (Vote of Censure) (Article 118)
Parliament may vote to remove a Minister on any of the following grounds—
(a)
abuse of office or wilful violation of oath;
(b)
misconduct or misbehaviour;
(c)
physical or mental incapacity;
(d)
mismanagement; or
(e)
incompetence.
20.
Attorney General. (Article 119(1) and (2))
(1)
The Attorney General is a Cabinet Minister appointed by the President with the
approval of Parliament and is the principal legal adviser of the Government.
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