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This paper aims to provide an appraisal of the legality of the laws establishing faith-based government agenciesin Nigeria. The intersection of religion and governance has been a contentious issue, particularly in countrieswith religious pluralism such as Nigeria. This paper examined the legal framework surrounding theestablishment of faith-based government agencies, considering constitutional provisions, and judicialprecedents. It also explored the implications of such agencies on the principles of secularism, equality, andreligious freedom, as enshrined in Nigeria's constitution. By analyzing relevant laws, this paper seeks to shedlight on the constitutionality and potential challenges associated with faith-based government agencies inNigeria. The paper drew upon a wide range of sources, including the Nigerian Constitution and legislations.The aim was to provide an analysis of the legal framework surrounding faith-based government agencies inNigeria, assess its constitutionality, and highlight the potential challenges they may pose in terms of religiousfreedom, equality, and secularism. Through this exercise, the paper has contributed to the ongoing discourseon the relationship between religion and governance in Nigeria's legal system. The paper argues that the directinvolvement and propagation of religion through the establishment of these faith-based institution has createdcrises, the chief being the question of its constitutionality. It advocates an approach that seeks to accommodatethe neutrality of state in such matters even as the state allows for limited interventions by way of charity ratherthan outright legislation. Other recommendations include Balancing religious considerations and constitutionalprinciples, strengthening legal provisions for non-discrimination and equality amongst others.Keywords: Secularism, Equality, Constitutionality, Religious freedom, Faith-based government