Civic Education for jss 2

What does it mean for Nigeria to be a federation?

• Nigeria being a federation means it is a confederation where states have complete sovereignty.

• Nigeria being a federation implies that it is a decentralized system of government where power is shared between the central government and the states or regions.

• Nigeria being a federation means it is an autocratic system of government with power held by a single individual.

• Nigeria being a federation means it is a unitary system of government with all power concentrated in the central government.

What are the key features of the federal government in Nigeria?

• Bicameral legislature, separation of powers, federal character principle, federal system of government

• No legislature, no separation of powers, authoritarian system of government

• Unicameral legislature, centralization of powers, unitary system of government

• Tricameral legislature, fusion of powers, confederal system of government

Can you name one function of the state government in Nigeria?

• Regulating international trade

• Overseeing the administration of state-specific policies and programs

• Collecting federal taxes

• Enforcing federal laws

What are some differences between local government and state government in Nigeria?

• Local government focuses on local affairs within a specific area, while state government oversees broader issues within the state.

• Local government has no authority over state government decisions.

• State government is responsible for local affairs only.

• Local government operates at the federal level.

How is the rule of law upheld in Nigeria?

• The rule of law in Nigeria is upheld through the use of magic spells.

• The rule of law in Nigeria is upheld through a secret underground society.

• The rule of law in Nigeria is upheld through the legal system, which includes the Constitution, judiciary, law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals.

• The rule of law in Nigeria is upheld through social media influencers.

How does Nigeria protect human rights within its borders?

• By ignoring international human rights standards

• Through the Nigerian Constitution, international treaties, and institutions like the National Human Rights Commission.

• By restricting freedom of speech

• Through military intervention only

In what way does the federal government differ from state governments in Nigeria?

• State governments handle national issues, while the federal government handles local issues

• The federal government is responsible for education, while state governments handle defense

• The federal government has no power over state governments

• The federal government handles national issues, while state governments handle local issues.

What role does the local government play in the Nigerian political system?

• Regulates the banking sector

• Handles local administration, public services, and community development.

• Manages international trade agreements

• Handles national defense and foreign affairs

Why is the concept of federalism important in Nigeria?

• Federalism hinders development and progress in Nigeria

• Federalism promotes corruption and inefficiency in Nigeria

• Federalism leads to unequal distribution of power and resources in Nigeria

• Federalism promotes unity, equitable distribution of power and resources, and local autonomy and development.

What are some examples of human rights protected by the Nigerian government?

• Right to life, freedom of expression, freedom of assembly, right to education

• Right to private property

• Right to bear arms

• Right to healthcare