Functions of Attorney general
- Whereas under sec 26(2) the Attorney General is the principal legal adviser for government of US
- And whereas he occupies a ministerial post in the cabinet
- And whereas must act independently in the discharge of his duties
- And whereas drafts all government bills
- And whereas he is an ex-officio member of the National Assembly
- And whereas represents the state in all cases
- And whereas he is a public prosecutor
- And whereas most senior lawyer as head of the bar
- And whereas services legal needs of other government departments
- And whereas member of the judicial service commission
- And whereas member of the Advisory Committee on prerogative of mercy