The prerogative power resides with the

Step 1: Analyze the question The question asks which organ of government holds the prerogative power. Prerogative powers are special powers, privileges, or immunities that belong to the head of the state or government.

Step 2: Explain the concept "Prerogative" comes from the idea of a special right. In government, prerogative powers are discretionary powers exercised by the executive (the President, Governor, or monarch) without needing prior approval from the legislature. They include:

• Power of pardon (prerogative of mercy)
• Appointment of key officials (ministers, ambassadors, judges, with some legislative confirmation in Nigeria)
• Declaration of a state of emergency
• Conferring national honours
• Representing the state in foreign affairs and treaty-making

Step 3: Eliminate the options

• A. Ombudsman: investigates complaints against public officials and maladministration. It has no prerogative powers.
• B. Executive: the head of the executive (the President in Nigeria) exercises the powers of mercy, honours, and appointments. This fits.
• C. National Assembly: makes laws. Its powers are legislative, not prerogative.
• D. Civil organization: a non-governmental group with no state powers.

Step 4: Answer The prerogative power resides with the executive, so the answer is B.

Tip: Link "prerogative" with "President/Monarch." Whenever you see prerogative of mercy, honours, or emergency powers, think "executive."