Section 2: Functions of the Legion

(1) The Legion shall be charged with the general functions of promoting the welfare of ex-servicemen and of fostering comradeship amongst ex-servicemen.
(2) Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions of subsection (1) of this section, the Legion shall-
(a)
establish and maintain hostels for ex-servicemen appearing to the Legion to be incapacitated by old age or illness;
(b)
acquire, establish and run agro-based industries, agricultural farms, and estates in any part of the Federation;
(c) establish and operate large, medium and small scale industries in any part of the Federation;
(d) establish and operate intra and inter-state commercial transport services;
(e)
operate and carry on commercial ventures including the setting up of supermarkets, cold stores, cafes, lodging houses and refreshment bars;
(f)
incorporate and operate limited liability companies with a view to carrying out profit-making ventures .
(3)
The provisions of the Schedule to this Act shall have effect with respect to the matters therein mentioned.
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