Nigeria politics

Multiple Choice

What is the flag of Nigeria in 1960?

• The union jack

• The old glory

• The flag Rossi

• The red flag

Multiple Choice

Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926, and Nigeria became a republic on October 1, 1963. What was the age of Queen Elizabeth II when Nigeria gained independence and became a republic?

• 27 years old

• 34 years old

• 35 years old

• 40 years old

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes what happens when a country gains independence?

• The country becomes a colony of another nation.

• The country gains full control over its internal and external affairs.

• The country adopts a new monarch as its head of state.

• The national flag remains the same.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes what happens when a country becomes a republic?

• The monarch or royal family remains in power.

• The country adopts a new constitution.

• The country becomes a British colony.

• The head of state becomes an absolute monarch.

Multiple Choice

What is one possible change that may occur when a country undergoes a coup d'état?

• Increased civil liberties and freedom of speech

• Continuation of the existing government with minor reforms

• Suspension of the constitution

• No change in foreign policy

Multiple Choice

What was the number of states in Nigeria during the 1970s?

• 6 states

• 12 states

• 15 states

• 9 states

Multiple Choice

During which period did Nigeria have 19 states?

• First Republic

• Second Republic

• Third Republic

• Fourth Republic

Multiple Choice

How many states did Nigeria have during the Third Republic?

• 12 states

• 19 states

• 24 states

• 30 states

Multiple Choice

When did Nigeria become a 36-state federation?

• 1979

• 1983

• 1999

• 1996

Multiple Choice

Who was the only Nigerian President to have died in office?

• Olusegun Obasanjo

• Goodluck Jonathan

• Umar Yar'Adua

• Muhammad Buhari

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes INEC?

• International Nuclear Energy Council

• International Narcotics Enforcement Committee

• Independent National Electoral Commission

• International Network of Environmental Conservation

Multiple Choice

What is the requirement for a candidate to be elected in the first round of Nigeria's presidential election?

• A majority of the national vote

• A plurality of the national vote and over 50% of the vote in at least 24 of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory

• A plurality of the national vote and over 25% of the vote in at least 24 of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory

• A plurality of the national vote only

Multiple Choice

What is the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS)?

• A system for electing the President of Nigeria

• A system for ensuring the integrity of voter registration

• A system for allowing voters to cast their ballots online

• A system for verifying voters at polling stations using biometric and manual methods

Multiple Choice

What is the Election Result Viewing Portal (IReV)?

• A platform for registering to vote in Nigeria

• A portal for submitting complaints about election irregularities

• A system for viewing real-time updates of election results

• A database for storing election data for future reference

Multiple Choice

Which candidate emerged as the winner of the 2023 Nigerian presidential election?

• Peter Obi

• Atiku Abubakar

• Bola Tinubu

• Rabiu Kwakwanso

Fill in the Blank

Nigeria's democracy is __years old. It began on May 29th, 1999, when Olusegun Obasanjo was sworn in as the first democratically elected President of Nigeria after several years of military rule.

Fill in the Blank

Taiwan's democracy is __ years old. The democratic reforms began in the 1986, and the first direct presidential election was held in 1996. Therefore, 2023 - 1986 =

Multiple Choice

What is voter turnout in an election commonly used to indicate?

• The level of political competition in a country

• The degree of transparency and accountability in a political system

• The health of a democracy, but it is not a definitive measure of whether a country's democracy is advancing or retreating

• The degree of respect for civil liberties and human rights in a country.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a threat to democracy in recent years?

• Populist leaders in the US and UK undermining legislatures and challenging the rule of law.

• African voters electing leaders who weaken democratic institutions.

• Constitutional changes of government in Guinea, Mali, and Burkina Faso.

• Stable democratic institutions in Nigeria.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Nigeria is true?

• Nigeria's government is characterized by strong institutions and a competitive multi-party system.

• Nigeria's government is an example of a patrimonial system with a lack of accountability and transparency.

• Nigeria's government has made some progress in reducing poverty and promoting economic development, despite challenges related to corruption, weak institutions, political instability, and neo-patrimonialism.

• Nigeria's government has prioritized social welfare and public services, leading to high levels of citizen satisfaction and well-being.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to the breakdown of Nigeria's previous economic system?

• The lack of personal taxation

• The government's generous fuel subsidies

• The ability of non-beneficiaries to make a decent living

• The increase in trickle-down economics

Multiple Choice

What is the main issue highlighted in the passage regarding the Nigerian state?

• The state's failure to address economic inequality and poverty.

• The state's lack of support for ethnic minority groups.

• The state's inability to guarantee the security of its citizens due to rising criminal violence.

• The state's poor environmental policies and lack of action on climate change.

Multiple Choice

What is the main cause of the financial problems faced by Nigeria as highlighted in the passage?

• The high cost of maintaining a large military.

• Economic sanctions imposed by foreign governments.

• Corruption and theft of oil revenues.

• Excessive spending on social welfare programs.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the ideological void in Nigerian politics?

• Nationalism has become stronger since independence and serves as a powerful force to unite the country.

• Religion is the only national glue that holds the country together.

• The country has a collective objective that focuses individualism, imagination, and entrepreneurialism.

• Without a collective objective, disillusionment is setting in, and many of the brightest and most ambitious are leaving for better opportunities abroad.

Multiple Choice

In the upcoming Nigerian election, what is the primary factor that could potentially tip the balance in favor of Peter Obi or Kwankwaso, according to the author?

• The strength of their political machines in local areas

• The support of the aspirational middle class

• The ability to split the vote in the south-west

• The willingness of young people to register and turn out to vote

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the potential risks to democracy in Nigeria after the upcoming election?

• Citizens are unlikely to be disillusioned with democratic politics in Nigeria, regardless of the election outcome.

• The risk of authoritarian alternatives emerging in Nigeria is non-existent.

• Zimbabwe’s foregone conclusion election result may have a spill-over effect on Nigeria’s democracy.

• The survival of democracy in Nigeria depends on its ability to reform and deliver more for citizens.

Multiple Choice

What is the author's view on the upcoming election in Nigeria?

• The election will lead to the country's disintegration

• The election will deepen corruption in the country

• The election is crucial for Nigeria's future and the stability of West Africa

• The election is not important for Nigeria's future