Section 40: Interpretation.

In this Act-
"border" means the strip of land and or maritime areas which straddles or lies along the corridor of a boundary within a stipulated distance;
"boundary" means the line of demarcation which delimits the extent of administrative jurisdiction of a State and its separate constituent units;
"communities" means body of people living near one another and sharing the same environment and any common amenities;
"Local Government Boundary Committee" includes an Area Council Boundary Committee;
"member" means a member of the Commission and includes the Chairman of the Commission;
"President" means the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.