Part VI · The Governor

Article 156 Term of office of Governor.

This article fixes the Governor's term. The Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President. The Governor may resign by writing addressed to the President. Subject to that, the term is five years from entering office. A Governor continues until a successor takes charge.

1. (1) The Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President.
2. (2) The Governor may, by writing under his hand addressed to the President, resign his office.
3. (3) Subject to the foregoing provisions of this article, a Governor shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office: Provided that a Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.

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