 - 1. President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is the current President of Equatorial Guinea, having held the position since 1979. He is one of the longest-serving leaders in the world and has been a controversial figure due to allegations of corruption and human rights abuses. President Obiang came to power after overthrowing his uncle in a bloody coup, and his rule has been characterized by a tight grip on power and suppression of political opposition. Despite Equatorial Guinea's significant oil wealth, much of the population continues to live in poverty, leading to criticism of President Obiang's handling of the country's resources. His government has also faced accusations of widespread corruption and abuse of power, with international organizations highlighting the need for greater transparency and accountability in Equatorial Guinea's governance.
When was Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo born?
A) 1955
B) 1942
C) 1973
D) 1968
- 2. Which country is Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo the President of?
A) Gabon
B) Equatorial Guinea
C) Cameroon
D) Nigeria
- 3. Which political party does Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo belong to?
A) Republican Party of Equatorial Guinea
B) Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea
C) Liberal Party of Equatorial Guinea
D) Socialist Party of Equatorial Guinea
- 4. In which year did Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo seize power in a coup d'état?
A) 2001
B) 1985
C) 1992
D) 1979
- 5. What is the official language of Equatorial Guinea?
A) Spanish
B) Portuguese
C) English
D) French
- 6. What is the capital city of Equatorial Guinea?
A) Abuja
B) Libreville
C) Bata
D) Malabo
- 7. Who preceded Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo as President of Equatorial Guinea?
A) Gerardo Bargues
B) Máximo Soriano
C) William Patrick Williams
D) Francisco Macías Nguema
- 8. What is President Teodoro Obiang Nguema known for internationally?
A) Human rights abuses
B) Nobel Peace Prize winner
C) International trade agreements
D) Environmental conservation efforts
- 9. Which international organization ranked Equatorial Guinea as one of the most corrupt countries in the world?
A) IMF
B) World Bank
C) Transparency International
D) UNESCO
- 10. Which colonial power ruled Equatorial Guinea before independence?
A) Portugal
B) Spain
C) Italy
D) France
- 11. Which two islands make up most of Equatorial Guinea's territory?
A) Sumatra and Java
B) Corsica and Sardinia
C) Zanzibar and Comoros
D) Bioko and Annobón
- 12. Which sports event did Equatorial Guinea host in 2015 that led to controversy over player eligibility?
A) Africa Cup of Nations
B) FIFA World Cup
C) Olympic Games
D) Commonwealth Games
- 13. Which neighboring country shares a border with Equatorial Guinea?
A) Angola
B) Cameroon
C) Chad
D) Nigeria
- 14. Which landmark in Equatorial Guinea is part of UNESCO's World Heritage List?
A) Santa Isabel Cathedral
B) Bioko Island
C) Kogo Nature Reserve
D) Moca Falls
- 15. What is the name of the opposition political party in Equatorial Guinea?
A) Front for the Defense of the Republic
B) Democratic Action
C) Union for the Republic
D) Citizens for Innovation
- 16. Which of the following natural resources is abundant in Equatorial Guinea?
A) Gold
B) Oil
C) Coal
D) Diamonds
- 17. Which organization suspended Equatorial Guinea's membership in 2011 due to corruption concerns?
A) United Nations
B) Organization of American States
C) European Union
D) African Union
- 18. What is the currency of Equatorial Guinea?
A) Dollar
B) Central African CFA franc
C) Euro
D) Pound
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