Enduring Issues in Nigeria's Nation-Building

What are the primary ethnic groups in Nigeria?

• Berom, Efik, Nupe

• Gwari, Idoma, Fulani

• Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba, Igbo

• Tiv, Kanuri, Ijaw

How have ethnic conflicts impacted Nigeria's governance?

• Ethnic conflicts have had no significant impact on Nigeria's governance.

• Ethnic conflicts have led to increased foreign investment in Nigeria's governance.

• Ethnic conflicts have unified Nigeria's governance and improved policy-making.

• Ethnic conflicts have destabilized governance, increased corruption, and hindered effective policy-making in Nigeria.

What role does corruption play in Nigeria's political landscape?

• Corruption has no impact on political stability in Nigeria.

• Corruption promotes economic growth in Nigeria.

• Corruption significantly hinders governance and development in Nigeria.

• Corruption is a minor issue in Nigeria's governance.

Identify a major corruption scandal in Nigeria's history.

• Pension Fund Scandal

• Abacha loot scandal

• Niger Delta Development Commission Scandal

• Malabu Oil Scandal

How has the Nigerian economy been affected by corruption?

• Corruption has led to increased foreign investment in Nigeria.

• The Nigerian economy has been negatively affected by corruption through resource misallocation, reduced investment, and increased poverty.

• Corruption has improved infrastructure development in Nigeria.

• The Nigerian economy has thrived due to corruption.

What are the main economic challenges facing Nigeria today?

• High literacy rates

• Low cost of living

• High unemployment, inflation, reliance on oil, inadequate infrastructure, and corruption.

• Strong agricultural sector

Describe the impact of military coups on Nigeria's democracy.

• Military coups have negatively impacted Nigeria's democracy by disrupting governance, undermining civil liberties, and eroding public trust in democratic institutions.

• Military coups have improved civil liberties in Nigeria.

• Military coups have strengthened Nigeria's democratic institutions.

• Military coups have had no effect on Nigeria's governance.

How many military coups have occurred in Nigeria since independence?

• 10

• 6

• 8

• 4

What was the significance of the Biafran War in Nigeria's history?

• The Biafran War highlighted ethnic tensions, caused humanitarian crises, and influenced Nigeria's national identity and governance.

• The war resulted in the establishment of a new currency for Nigeria.

• It marked the beginning of Nigeria's independence from colonial rule.

• It was primarily a conflict over oil resources in the Niger Delta.

How do national identity issues manifest in Nigeria?

• Economic growth and development

• Cultural festivals and celebrations

• National identity issues in Nigeria manifest through ethnic tensions, regional disparities, and religious conflicts.

• Political stability and unity