If you’ve enjoyed the previous editions of our Nigeria’s Current Affairs quiz (edition 1, 2 and 3), you’ll love this edition even more. From major political moments to key decisions shaping Nigeria today, this 15-question quiz will challenge how well you really know the country’s political landscape.
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Questions
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Who is Nigeria’s current Inspector General of Police (IGP)?
The answer is Kayode Egbetokun. Born September 1964, Egbetokun enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force as a cadet in 1990, and served in various capacities till June 2023 when he was appointed Nigeria’s IGP by President Tinubu.
Which of the following is Nigeria’s smallest state?
The answer is Lagos. Though it might not seem like it, the SouthWestern State is Nigeria’s smallest with only about 0.4% of the country’s entire landmass. It is ironically one of the most populous states with an estimated population of 22 million.
Which of the following was the first military Head Of State to hand over power to a democratically elected government?
It’s Olusegun Obasanjo. On October 1, 1979, he made history as the first military leader to willingly surrender power to a democratically elected government when he handed it over to Shehu Shagari. Years later, in 1983, the military forcefully took over again, but Obasanjo had retired by then.
Which of the following popular farms are owned by a former Nigerian President?
The answer is Ota Farms. Started in 1979 by Olusegun Obasanjo, the 38,000-hectare farm in Ogun State rears poultry and cattle and produces crops like cassava and maize.
The current FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, was formerly the governor of?
The answer is Rivers State. Up until August 2023 when he was nominated FCT Minister by Bola Tinubu, the 60-year-old was a two-time governor of the oil-rich Rivers State. He handed over to political ally, Sim Fubara whom he has now fallen out with.
Which of the following Nigerian First Ladies was also a Senator?
The answer is Oluremi Tinubu. Though she is fully dedicated to her role as First Lady, she represented Lagos Central at the Senate and served in that capacity from 2011 to 2023.
Which of the following key political figures is on the 10 Naira note?
The answer is Alvan Ikoku. Born in August 1990 in Amangwu Imo State, Ikoku was an activist, politician, and educator whose major role in shaping Nigeria’s education system, among others, earned him a place on the 10 Naira note.
When did Bola Tinubu remove the fuel subsidy?
The fuel subsidy was removed by Tinubu in May 2023 minutes after he was sworn in as Nigeria’s President.
Which of the following Nigerian politicians is famous for dramatic fainting?
The answer is Dino Melaye. In 2019, the former Kogi Senator was accused of culpable homicide. After a week of evading Police arrest, he surrendered to them, then dramatically fainted as he was about to enter a Police van that would take him away.
Which of the following Nigerian governors was recently suspended from his post?
The answer is Sim Fubara. On Tuesday, March 18, President Bola Tinubu declared a State Of Emergency in Rivers State. The declaration included the immediate suspension of Fubara, his deputy, and the entire state assembly for a six-month period.
In which Nigerian state are the famous Ogbunike caves located?
The Ogbunike caves are located in Anambra state. The awe-striking cave, which has become a tourist attraction, is made up of several chambers, interconnected tunnels, and streams. It is also famously known to house a colony of bats.
In which state is the meeting point of River Benue and River Niger located?
Kogi State, nicknamed The Confluence State, is home to the meeting points of Nigeria’s largest rivers.
What is the highest court of justice in Nigeria?
The answer is the Supreme Court, which is located in Abuja.
Which Nigerian state has the least number of local government areas?
Who is Nigeria’s current Finance Minister?
Wale Edun is Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. Edun is a renowned economist with 25 years of experience in merchant banking, corporate finance, economics and international finance. He was also the Commissioner for Finance during Tinubu’s time as governor.
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