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  of defense and interior, who will be appointed by the prime minister upon selection by the military members of the sovereignty council. The prime minister has the jurisdiction to exceptionally nominate two party qualified members to fulfill ministerial positions. The constitutional document of the transitional period shall determine the powers and the functions of the council of ministers.  Members of the sovereignty council, the council of ministers and the governors of the states serve during the transitional period cannot contest in the elections that immediately follows the transitional period.   

Chapter Three

The Legislative Council

 The DFC forces confirm its adherence to the 67% of the legislative council membership, and the 33% for other forces not signatories to the DFC.  The TMC confirms its position on reviewing the legislative council membership percentages.  The two parties agree to postpone the formation of the legislative council, until the sovereignty council and the council of ministers are formed. Discussion on the legislative council shall continue between the members of the sovereignty council from DFC and the TMC. <li> The legislative council shall be formed in no longer than 90 days from the date of establishment of the sovereignty council.</li> <li> Pending the formation of the legislative council, the sovereignty council and the council of ministers shall perform the legislative powers in a joint meeting. Legislations shall be referred to the sovereignty council for approval and signature. The tabled legislation is considered effective after 15 days from tabling before the sovereignty council.</li> </ol>

Chapter Four

The Investigation Committee

<li> Following the formation of the transitional government, a national independent investigation committee shall be established to carry out precise and transparent investigation to the June 3rd, 2019 incidents and related incidents of human rights violations committed against civilians or militaries. The committee may seek any African support if needed.</li> </ol>