Section 4: Functions of the Commission, etc.

(1) The functions of the Commission shall be to-
(a) lay down general guidelines and overall policy on general issues relating to refugees and persons seeking asylum in Nigeria;
(b) advise the Federal Government on policy matters in relation to refugees in Nigeria;
(c) consider such matters as the Secretary to the Federal Government may, from time to time, refer to it and make recommendations thereon to the Secretary to the Federal Government.
(2) The quorum of the Commission shall be three.
(3)
The Commission may appoint such committees as it may deem necessary to deal with specific aspects of refugee problems in Nigeria.
(4) When there is a large scale influx of persons claiming to fall within the meaning of refugees under this Act, the Commission shall meet on an emergency basis and advise the Federal Government on the appropriate measures to be taken, including the provision of adequate facilities and services, necessary for the care of the particular group of persons affected by the influx.