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Nigerian Current Affairs Challenge

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who won the 2023 Presidential Election in Nigeria?

a)

Bola Ahmed Tinubu

b)

Peter Obi

c)

Atiku Abubakar

d)

Yemi Osinbajo

2.

What are some major security challenges in Nigeria?

a)

Poor healthcare system

b)

Terrorism, banditry, ethnic violence, and oil-related militancy.

c)

High unemployment rates

d)

Corruption in government

3.

Name one recent education reform in Nigeria.

a)

National Policy on Education (Revised 2020)

b)

Free Education Policy (2018)

c)

Universal Basic Education Act (2004)

d)

National Curriculum Framework (2015)

4.

How has healthcare improved in Nigeria recently?

a)

Healthcare in Nigeria has improved through increased funding, more facilities, better vaccination programs, telemedicine, and training for healthcare professionals.

b)

Telemedicine has been banned in Nigeria.

c)

Healthcare has worsened due to lack of funding.

d)

Vaccination programs have been discontinued.

5.

What environmental issues are currently affecting Nigeria?

a)

Deforestation, desertification, oil spills, water pollution, and climate change impacts.

b)

Invasive species affecting local wildlife

c)

Excessive rainfall leading to floods

d)

Overpopulation in urban areas

6.

Which political party was prominent in the 2023 elections?

a)

Libertarian Party

b)

Green Party

c)

Republican Party

d)

Democratic Party

7.

What is one way the government is addressing security in Nigeria?

a)

Promoting community gardening initiatives.

b)

Implementing stricter immigration laws.

c)

Reducing police funding in urban areas.

d)

Increasing military presence and operations in affected regions.

8.

Can you name a new policy related to education in Nigeria?

a)

Federal Education Act (2018)

b)

National Curriculum Framework (2015)

c)

National Policy on Education (2020)

d)

Universal Basic Education Act (2004)

9.

What is a recent development in Nigeria's healthcare system?

a)

Introduction of a new medical school in Lagos.

b)

Establishment of private healthcare facilities in rural areas.

c)

Implementation of the National Health Insurance Authority Act for universal health coverage.

d)

Launch of a nationwide vaccination campaign for polio.

10.

How are floods impacting communities in Nigeria?

a)

Floods have no effect on community health in Nigeria.

b)

Floods impact communities in Nigeria by displacing people, destroying homes, damaging infrastructure, causing food insecurity, and increasing health risks.

c)

Floods lead to increased tourism in affected areas.

d)

Floods improve agricultural productivity in Nigeria.

11.

Who were the main candidates in the 2023 Presidential Election?

a)

Nikki Haley and Mike Pence

b)

Elizabeth Warren and Andrew Yang

c)

Joe Biden and Donald Trump

d)

Kamala Harris and Bernie Sanders

12.

What is one challenge faced by schools in Nigeria today?

a)

Overcrowded classrooms

b)

Inadequate infrastructure

c)

Lack of qualified teachers

d)

Insufficient funding for sports programs

13.

How is the Nigerian government working to improve health services?

a)

The Nigerian government is improving health services by increasing funding, enhancing infrastructure, expanding access to medicines, and promoting public health initiatives.

b)

Decreasing the availability of vaccines

c)

Limiting access to medical facilities

d)

Reducing healthcare staff salaries

14.

What are some effects of deforestation in Nigeria?

a)

Increased agricultural productivity

b)

Enhanced air quality

c)

Stabilization of local climates

d)

Loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, disruption of water cycles, and contribution to climate change.

15.

What role do youth play in Nigerian politics today?

a)

Youth are primarily focused on entertainment rather than politics.

b)

Youth are key drivers of political change and engagement in Nigeria.

c)

Youth have no influence on political decisions in Nigeria.

d)

Youth are discouraged from participating in political activities.