Government

Question 1

What is the highest law of Nigeria?

Answer 1

The Constitution of Nigeria.

Question 2

True or False: Nigeria operates a unitary system of government.

Answer 2

False.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The Nigerian government is divided into three branches: the ______, the ______, and the ______.

Answer 3

Executive, Legislative, Judicial.

Question 4

What is the role of the Executive branch in Nigeria?

Answer 4

To implement and enforce laws.

Question 5

Who is the head of state and government in Nigeria?

Answer 5

The President.

Question 6

What is the primary function of the Legislative branch?

Answer 6

To make laws.

Question 7

Name the two houses of the National Assembly in Nigeria.

Answer 7

The Senate and the House of Representatives.

Question 8

True or False: The Judiciary interprets the laws in Nigeria.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What is the minimum age to run for President in Nigeria?

Answer 9

35 years.

Question 10

Which document outlines the rights of citizens in Nigeria?

Answer 10

The Constitution.

Question 11

What is the Federal Character Principle?

Answer 11

A policy aimed at ensuring equitable distribution of government appointments and resources among various ethnic groups.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: Nigeria is divided into ______ states and one Federal Capital Territory.

Answer 12

36.

Question 13

What is the term length for a Senator in Nigeria?

Answer 13

4 years.

Question 14

Name the highest court in Nigeria.

Answer 14

The Supreme Court.

Question 15

True or False: The Vice President of Nigeria is elected separately from the President.

Answer 15

False.

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of local government in Nigeria?

Answer 16

To bring government closer to the people.

Question 17

What is a key feature of a federal system of government?

Answer 17

Division of powers between central and regional governments.

Question 18

Name one of the two major political parties in Nigeria.

Answer 18

The All Progressives Congress (APC) or the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

Question 19

What is the principle of separation of powers?

Answer 19

The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The Nigerian President can appoint judges with the approval of the ______.

Answer 20

Senate.

Question 21

What is the function of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)?

Answer 21

To oversee and conduct elections in Nigeria.

Question 22

True or False: Every citizen has the right to vote in Nigeria.

Answer 22

True.

Question 23

What is the role of the National Economic Council in Nigeria?

Answer 23

To advise the President on economic affairs.

Question 24

What is the maximum number of terms a President can serve in Nigeria?

Answer 24

Two terms.

Question 25

What is the significance of the 1999 Constitution in Nigeria?

Answer 25

It marked the return to democratic governance after military rule.

Question 26

What is the primary responsibility of the police force in Nigeria?

Answer 26

To maintain law and order.

Question 27

Fill in the blank: The Nigerian Senate consists of ______ senators.

Answer 27

109.

Question 28

What is the role of the Attorney General in Nigeria?

Answer 28

To serve as the chief legal advisor to the government.

Question 29

True or False: Nigeria has a multi-party system.

Answer 29

True.

Question 30

What is the main purpose of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)?

Answer 30

To combat financial crimes and corruption.

Question 31

What is the role of the National Assembly in the budget process?

Answer 31

To approve the national budget proposed by the Executive.

Question 32

What does the term 'Rule of Law' mean?

Answer 32

The principle that all individuals and institutions are accountable to the law.

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The Nigerian Senate is made up of ______ members from each state.

Answer 33

3.

Question 34

What is the role of the Central Bank of Nigeria?

Answer 34

To manage the nation's currency and monetary policy.

Question 35

True or False: Nigeria's political system is based on a parliamentary system.

Answer 35

False.

Question 36

What is a constitutional amendment?

Answer 36

A formal change or addition to the Constitution.

Question 37

What is the significance of civil society organizations in Nigeria?

Answer 37

They advocate for citizens' rights and hold the government accountable.

Question 38

Fill in the blank: The President of Nigeria appoints ministers from each ______.

Answer 38

State.