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Question 1 Report
The absence of the rule of law in government will bring about ...
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The absence of the rule of law in government will bring about human rights abuse. This is so as the rule of law refers to the constitutional provision which emphasizes the supremacy of the law, the equality before the law and existence of fundamental human rights.
Question 2 Report
The Native Authority System was most effective and successful in .......
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The Native Authority System was most effective and successful in Northern Nigeria.
Question 3 Report
Which of the following is a founding member of OPEC?
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Venezuela is a founding member of OPEC (the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries). It was one of the five founding members that signed the OPEC Declaration of Cooperation in 1960, along with Iraq, Iran, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
Question 4 Report
The citizenship of a country could be acquired through_______
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Citizenship of a country could be acquired through birth and naturalization.
Question 5 Report
After 1945, the demand of African nationalists changed from reform to independence because .....
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After 1945, the demand of African nationalists changed from reform to independence because the second world war boosted their morale. The war exposed the myth surrounding white supremacy.
Question 6 Report
The Barclay's Bank and the British Petroleum Company in Nigeria were nationalized in the late 1970s for transacting business with ...
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The Barclays Bank and the British Petroleum Company in Nigeria were nationalized in the late 1970s for transacting business with South Africa.
Question 7 Report
One argument against a multi-party system is the _______
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The argument against a multi-party system is the encouragement of opposition and instability. In a multi-party system, there are usually several political parties competing for power and representation, which can lead to frequent changes in government and policy, as well as political gridlock and instability. Some argue that this can make it difficult for a government to effectively govern and make long-term plans, and may discourage foreign investment and assistance. However, proponents of multi-party systems argue that they provide greater representation and choice for voters and can lead to more responsive and accountable governments.
Question 8 Report
____was the first Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations.
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he first Nigerian Permanent Representative to United Nations was General Joseph Garba.
Question 9 Report
Under the 1999 Constitution, the appointment of Ministers and Ambassadors must be ratified by the ........
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Under the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, the appointment of Ministers and Ambassadors must be ratified by the Senate.
Question 10 Report
When Nigeria achieved independence in 1960, the head of state was the _____
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When Nigeria gained independence from the United Kingdom on 1 October 1960, it originally had a parliamentary constitutional monarchy with Queen Elizabeth II as the head of state.
Question 11 Report
Before Nigeria became a republic, the highest body charged with the administration of justice was the......
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Before Nigeria became a republic, the highest body charged with the administration of justice was the Privy Council, which was a judicial body based in London, England. The Privy Council had jurisdiction over appeals from the Nigerian courts, and its decisions were considered final. This arrangement continued until Nigeria became a republic in 1963, after which the Privy Council's jurisdiction over Nigeria was abolished, and the Supreme Court became the highest court in the land.
Question 12 Report
The major problem of the ECOWAS is lack of _______
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The major problem of the ECOWAS is lack of common currency. This makes financial transactions difficult among member nations.
Question 13 Report
The fundamental rights of citizens include the following EXCEPT.......
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The fundamental rights of citizens include the following except for "Free education, employment and freedom of thought." The correct fundamental rights of citizens are generally recognized to include the right to life, liberty, and property, as well as freedom of speech, association, and social security.
Question 14 Report
The independent National Electoral Commission has the power to prepare and maintain the register of.____
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The independent National Electoral Commission has the power to prepare and maintain the register of voters.
Question 15 Report
Nigeria's withdrawal from the Edinburg Commonwealth Games in July 1986 was in protest against British.....
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Nigeria's withdrawal from the Edinburgh Commonwealth Games in July 1986 was in protest against British failure to impose sanctions on South Africa for its apartheid policy.
Question 16 Report
The lbadan Conference of 1950 was convened to discuss the provisions of the ....
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The Ibadan Conference of 1950 was convened to discuss the provisions of the Macpherson Constitution. The Macpherson Constitution was a Nigerian constitutional document that was enacted in 1951 during the colonial era. It replaced the Clifford Constitution of 1922 and provided for a more representative government in Nigeria, although it still fell short of the demands for full self-government. The Ibadan Conference was held to discuss the provisions of the Macpherson Constitution before it was enacted.
Question 17 Report
The first Nigerian constitution to provide for the Fundamental objectives and directive principles of the state policy was the _________
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The correct answer is the 1979 Constitution of Nigeria.
Question 18 Report
The highest grade in the Civil Service is known as the ............
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The highest grade in the Civil Service is known as the Administrative cadre.
Question 19 Report
The Economic Community of West African States has made progress in the area of ....
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The Economic Community of West African States has made impressive progress in the area of increased trade among members.
Question 20 Report
________refers to the manipulation of boundaries of constituencies in order to win more seats,
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The term that refers to the manipulation of boundaries of constituencies in order to win more seats is "Gerrymandering."
Question 21 Report
Who re-organised the Nigeria's four regions into twelve states in May 1967?
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The person who re-organised Nigeria's four regions into twelve states in May 1967 was General Yakubu Gowon.
Question 22 Report
Financial allocation to local governments by the federal or the state government to supplement the cost of a project is called_____
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The financial allocation to local governments by the federal or the state government to supplement the cost of a project is called a "matching grant".
Question 23 Report
Under the 1999 constitution of Nigeria, the power to create local governments is vested in the .....
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Under the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, the power to create local governments is vested in the State Assembly.
Question 24 Report
The fees collected by local governments at motor parks represent ______
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The fees collected by local governments at motor parks represent levies.
Question 25 Report
In the legislative process, a bill is a ....
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In the legislative process, a bill is a proposal before the legislature. It is a draft of a proposed law that is introduced in the legislative branch of the government, and it must be debated, amended, and voted on by the members of the legislative body before it can become a law. If the bill is passed by the legislature, it will then be sent to the executive branch of the government for approval or veto.
Question 26 Report
A major issue that distinguishes pressure groups from political parties is the ...
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The major issue that distinguishes pressure groups from political parties is their objective. While political parties seek to gain control of government by contesting elections and implementing their policies, pressure groups aim to influence government policy and decision-making from outside the formal political system. Pressure groups are formed around a specific issue or cause and may use various tactics, such as lobbying, protests, and media campaigns, to put pressure on policymakers to address their concerns. In contrast, political parties are more concerned with winning elections and gaining political power to implement their broader policy platform.
Question 27 Report
A common feature of government is________
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A common feature of government is the making of public policy. Public policy refers to the decisions, actions, and programs of government that are intended to address societal problems or to advance certain goals or values. While the other options listed may also be features of some governments, they are not universal or necessary features. For example, not all governments have a written constitution, and not all have an independent judiciary. However, all governments engage in the making of public policy in one way or another.
Question 28 Report
____________was the method used by the British to facilitate the administration of Southern Nigeria.
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The method used by the British to facilitate the administration of Southern Nigeria was "divide and rule."
Question 29 Report
The Nigeria's head of government in 1963 was _____
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The head of government in Nigeria in 1963 was Alhaji Abubakar Tafawa Balewa.
Question 30 Report
In the First Republic, the official opposition party was the ..........
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In the First Republic of Nigeria, the official opposition party was the Action Group.
Question 31 Report
The main function of the Code of Conduct Bureau is to......
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The main function of the Code of Conduct Bureau is to ensure accountability in government business. The Code of Conduct Bureau is a Nigerian government agency responsible for the enforcement of the Code of Conduct for public officers, which outlines the ethical and moral standards that public officers are expected to adhere to in the conduct of their official duties. The Bureau is charged with investigating and verifying the assets and liabilities of public officers and ensuring that they comply with the provisions of the Code of Conduct. Its mandate is to promote transparency and accountability in government business, and to prevent corruption and abuse of office by public officers.
Question 32 Report
The Murtala/Obasanjo regime in Nigeria increased the number of states from....
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The Murtala/Obasanjo regime in Nigeria increased the number of states from 12 to 19.
Question 33 Report
The type of government operated in Nigeria between October 1st 1979 to December 3 1983 is called a __________
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The type of government operated in Nigeria between October 1st 1979 to December 3 1983 is called a Presidential system of government.
Question 34 Report
During the Civil War, the major power that expressed moral support for Biafra's self- determination was ......
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During the Nigerian Civil War, the major power that expressed moral support for Biafra's self-determination was France.
Question 35 Report
Professor lbrahim Gambari was the Special Assistant to the United Nations Secretary General on____________
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Professor Ibrahim Gambari was the Special Assistant to the United Nations Secretary General on African Affairs.
Question 36 Report
Government by the wealthy is known as _________
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Government by the wealthy is known as Plutocracy.
Question 37 Report
Some pre-colonial Nigerian societies are described as stateless because ......
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Pre-colonial Nigerian societies are described as stateless primarily because they had no formal governmental institutions. This means that there were no centralized systems of authority or bureaucracy that governed the societies. While there were often leaders or rulers, their authority was often limited to their immediate kinship group or community and there was no overarching governmental structure that governed the society as a whole. Additionally, stateless societies often had no definite political boundaries and their independence could vary depending on their interactions with neighboring societies, but these factors are not the primary reasons for describing them as stateless. The size of the population is also not a determining factor in whether a society is considered stateless.
Question 38 Report
One of the duties of the legislature is to_______
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Legislatures (sometimes called parliament, senate or congress) perform three key roles: representation of the people, passing effective legislation, and oversight of government.
Question 39 Report
The ....... is responsible for advising the president of Nigeria on the sovereignty and territorial Integrity of the country.
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The role of the National Defense Council is to advise the President on matters relating to the defense of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Nigeria”
Question 40 Report
The two military coups that toppled civilian regimes in Nigeria were those of ......
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The two military coups that toppled civilian regimes in Nigeria were those of January 1966 and December 1983.
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