(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
(l)
adjudicate on the constitutionality of laws and set aside or strike down
laws or provisions of laws that are inconsistent with this Constitution or
the constitutions of the states to the extent of the inconsistency;
be a court of review and cassation in respect of any criminal, civil and
administrative matters arising out of or under the laws;
have criminal jurisdiction over the President in accordance with Article
103 (2) herein;
have criminal jurisdiction over the Vice President, the Speakers of the
National Legislative Assembly and the Council of States and the Justices
of the Supreme Court;
review death sentences imposed by courts in respect of offences
committed under the law;
receive appeals against decisions and judgments of the courts of appeal;
have original and final jurisdiction to resolve disputes between the states
and between the National Government and a state in respect of areas of
exclusive, concurrent or residual competences;
uphold and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms; and
have such other competences as prescribed by this Constitution and the
law.
(2)
The Supreme Court shall sit in panels of three justices each on all matters; except
that when sitting as a Constitutional panel it shall consist of not less than nine
members of the Supreme Court and chaired by the Chief Justice.
(3)
Decisions of the Supreme Court shall be taken by majority of Justices in each
panel.
(4)
The decisions of the Supreme Court shall be final and binding.
(5)
The Supreme Court shall regulate its functions and procedures in accordance with
the law.
Administrative Functions of the Deputy Chief Justice
129.
The Deputy Chief Justice shall:
(a)
(b)
deputize for the Chief Justice and act in his or her absence;
perform any other functions and duties as may be assigned to him or her
by the Chief Justice.
Courts of Appeal
130.
(1)
The establishment, composition, competencies and procedures of the Courts of
Appeal shall be determined by law.
(2)
Decisions of the Courts of Appeal shall be appealed against before the Supreme
Court.
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