9. He appoints high civilian officials of the Federal Government other than those
referred to in sub-Articles 2 and 3 of this Article.
10. In accordance with law enacted or decision adopted by the House of Peoples’
Representatives, he recommends to the President nominees for the award of
medals, prizes and gifts.
11. He shall submit to the House of Peoples’ Representatives periodic reports on
work accomplished by the Executive as well as on its plans and proposals.
12. He shall discharge all responsibilities entrusted to him by this Constitution and
other laws.
13. He shall obey and enforce the Constitution.
Article 75
Deputy Prime Minister
1. The Deputy Prime Minister shall:
(a) Carry out responsibilities which shall be specifically entrusted to him by
the Prime Minister;
(b) Act on behalf of the Prime Minister in his absence.
2. The Deputy Prime Minister shall be responsible to the Prime Minister.
Article 76
The Council of Ministers
1. The Council of Ministers comprises the Prime Minister, the Deputy Prime
Minister, Ministers and other members as may be determined by law.
2. The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Prime Minister.
3. In all its decisions, the Council of Ministers is responsible to the House of
Peoples’ Representatives.
Article 77
Powers and Functions of the Council of Ministers
1. The Council of Ministers ensures the implementation of laws and decisions
adopted by the House of Peoples’ Representatives.
2. It shall decide on the organizational structure of ministries and other organs
of government responsible to it; it shall coordinate their activities and
provide leadership.
3. It shall draw up the annual Federal budget and, when approved by the House
of Peoples’ Representatives, it shall implement it.
4. It shall ensure the proper execution of financial and monetary policies of the
country; it shall administer the National Bank, decide on the printing of
money and minting of coins, borrow money from domestic and external
sources, and regulate foreign exchange matters.
5. It shall protect patents and copyrights.
6. It shall formulate and implement economic, social and development policies
and strategies.