Who was known as the 'Father of Nigerian Nationalism'?

Herbert Macaulay

Which empire was located in northeastern Nigeria around Lake Chad?
A) Oyo Empire
B) Kanem-Bornu Empire
C) Sokoto Caliphate
D) Benin Kingdom

B) Kanem-Bornu Empire

True or False: The Igbo political system was predominantly centralized.

False. The Igbo political system was predominantly decentralized and acephalous (stateless).

Fill in the blank: Nigeria gained independence on _____, 1960.

October 1

What system of government did Usman dan Fodio establish in 1804?

The Sokoto Caliphate with a federal system of Emirates

Which constitution introduced the elective principle with four elected members?
A) Richards Constitution
B) Clifford Constitution
C) Macpherson Constitution
D) Lyttleton Constitution

B) Clifford Constitution (1922)

When did the Nigerian Civil War end?

January 15, 1970

True or False: The 1999 Constitution establishes the President's maximum tenure as eight years.

True. The President can serve a maximum of two four-year terms.

What is the minimum age requirement for the office of President?

40 years old

Fill in the blank: The National Assembly consists of _____ Senators and _____ Representatives.

109 Senators and 360 Representatives

Which British officer amalgamated Northern and Southern Nigeria in 1914?

Lord Frederick Lugard

What does the green color in the Nigerian flag represent?
A) Peace and unity
B) Agriculture and natural wealth
C) Rivers Niger and Benue
D) Federal character

B) Agriculture and natural wealth

True or False: Lagos became a British colony in 1851.

False. Lagos was bombarded in 1851 but became a British colony in 1861.

How many Local Government Areas are constitutionally recognized in Nigeria?

774 Local Government Areas

What was the policy adopted after the Civil War for national reconciliation?

The 3Rs: Reconciliation, Reconstruction, and Rehabilitation

Which section of the Constitution establishes the right to life?
A) Section 33
B) Section 35
C) Section 37
D) Section 39

A) Section 33

Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court is headed by the _____ of Nigeria.

Chief Justice

What majority is required in the National Assembly to impeach the President?

Two-thirds majority on grounds of gross misconduct

True or False: The Exclusive Legislative List contains 68 items.

True. The Exclusive Legislative List has 68 items including defense and foreign affairs.

Who was the first President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?

Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Which empire was famous for its bronze and ivory artwork?
A) Kanem-Bornu
B) Sokoto Caliphate
C) Oyo Empire
D) Benin Kingdom

D) Benin Kingdom

What happens when a state law conflicts with federal law on concurrent matters?

Federal law prevails over state law in case of conflict

Fill in the blank: Democracy Day is celebrated on _____ to commemorate the 1993 election.

June 12

True or False: The Nigerian Police Force is established under Section 214 of the Constitution.

True. Section 214 establishes the Nigeria Police Force as a single national force.

What constitutional principle ensures appointments reflect Nigeria's diversity?

Federal character principle

Which military leader was assassinated on February 13, 1976?
A) Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi
B) Murtala Mohammed
C) Yakubu Gowon
D) Olusegun Obasanjo

B) Murtala Mohammed

How many years must a foreigner reside in Nigeria for naturalization?

15 years continuously

True or False: The Hausa Bakwai included seven legitimate Hausa states.

True. The Hausa Bakwai were the seven true Hausa states including Kano.

Fill in the blank: The current Nigerian currency is the _____ subdivided into 100 _____.

Naira subdivided into 100 Kobo

What percentage of votes must a presidential candidate get nationwide plus state distribution?

Simple majority nationwide plus 25% in two-thirds of states and FCT

Which constitutional amendment granted financial autonomy to state judiciary and legislature?
A) First Alteration Act
B) Second Alteration Act
C) Third Alteration Act
D) Fourth Alteration Act

C) Third Alteration Act (2010)

What was the primary reason for the failure of Indirect Rule in Igboland?

Igboland had decentralized political structures without traditional centralized authorities

True or False: INEC is responsible for registering both voters and political parties.

True. INEC handles voter registration, party registration, and conducts elections.

Fill in the blank: The motto on Nigeria's Coat of Arms is '_____'.

Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress

At what age do Supreme Court Justices retire according to the Constitution?

70 years old