- 1. Nigeria, located in West Africa, is the most populous country on the continent, boasting a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions. With over 200 million people, Nigeria is home to more than 250 ethnic groups, the largest of which are the Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo. The country is characterized by its diverse landscapes, ranging from the coastal mangroves of the Niger Delta to the arid plains in the north, and the lush forests in the south. Nigeria's economy is one of the largest in Africa, primarily driven by oil exports, which account for a significant portion of its revenue. However, the country also has a vibrant agricultural sector, producing staple crops such as cassava, yams, and cocoa. Nigeria is known for its dynamic music and film industries, contributing significantly to global pop culture through its Nollywood films and Afrobeat music genre, pioneered by artists like Fela Kuti. Despite its wealth of resources, Nigeria faces challenges such as political instability, economic disparity, and infrastructural deficits. Yet, it remains a country of resilience and innovation, with a youthful population that drives a burgeoning tech scene, particularly in cities like Lagos and Abuja. Nigeria's rich history, cultural heritage, and economic potential make it a pivotal player in both regional and global contexts.
What is the capital city of Nigeria?
A) Abuja
B) Port Harcourt
C) Kano
D) Lagos
- 2. Which of the following is the official language of Nigeria?
A) English
B) Igbo
C) Yoruba
D) Hausa
- 3. What is the currency used in Nigeria?
A) Euro
B) Naira
C) Pound
D) Dollar
- 4. Who was the first President of Nigeria?
A) Nnamdi Azikiwe
B) Goodluck Jonathan
C) Olusegun Obasanjo
D) Muhammadu Buhari
- 5. Which Nigerian musician is known as the 'African Giant'?
A) Burna Boy
B) Davido
C) Wizkid
D) Tiwa Savage
- 6. In what year did Nigeria gain independence from British colonial rule?
A) 1960
B) 1950
C) 1970
D) 1980
- 7. What is the most populous city in Nigeria?
A) Kano
B) Abuja
C) Lagos
D) Ibadan
- 8. Which Nigerian author wrote the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
B) Buchi Emecheta
C) Chinua Achebe
D) Wole Soyinka
- 9. What is the nickname of the Nigerian national football team?
A) Super Eagles
B) Black Stars
C) Indomitable Lions
D) Lions of Africa
- 10. What is the largest ethnic group in Nigeria?
A) Fulani
B) Yoruba
C) Hausa
D) Igbo
- 11. What is the Nigerian dish made of ground cassava and served with a spicy stew?
A) Suya
B) Jollof Rice
C) Fufu
D) Pounded Yam
- 12. Which Nigerian actress won an Academy Award (Oscar) in 2014?
A) Omotola Jalade Ekeinde
B) Lupita Nyong'o
C) Genevieve Nnaji
D) Funke Akindele
- 13. Which Nigerian singer released the hit song 'Fall'?
A) Burna Boy
B) Wizkid
C) Davido
D) Tiwa Savage
- 14. What is the name of the river that forms a natural boundary between Nigeria and Cameroon?
A) Chad River
B) Benue River
C) Cross River
D) Niger River
- 15. Which famous Nigerian writer won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986?
A) Chinua Achebe
B) Buchi Emecheta
C) Wole Soyinka
D) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
- 16. What is the name of the Nigerian traditional attire worn by men?
A) Aso Oke
B) Buba and Sokoto
C) Agbada
D) Gele
- 17. Which Nigerian city is known as the 'Garden City'?
A) Port Harcourt
B) Kano
C) Ibadan
D) Lagos
- 18. Which Nigerian musician collaborated with Beyoncé on the song 'Brown Skin Girl'?
A) Tiwa Savage
B) Burna Boy
C) Davido
D) Wizkid
- 19. What is the name of the famous Nigerian percussion instrument usually played during ceremonies?
A) Talking Drum
B) Udu Drum
C) Shekere
D) Kalimba
- 20. What is the Nigerian traditional wrestling sport called?
A) Dambe
B) Taekwondo
C) Sumo
D) Judo
- 21. Which Nigerian city is known for its ancient walls and gates?
A) Ibadan
B) Kano
C) Abuja
D) Lagos
- 22. Who is the current President of Nigeria?
A) Goodluck Jonathan
B) Muhammadu Buhari
C) Olusegun Obasanjo
D) Nnamdi Azikiwe
- 23. Which of the following is a popular Nigerian dish?
A) Sushi
B) Jollof Rice
C) Biryani
D) Poutine
- 24. Nigeria is located in which continent?
A) Asia
B) Europe
C) North America
D) Africa
- 25. The Nigerian film industry is commonly referred to as?
A) Hollywood
B) Nollywood
C) Lollywood
D) Bollywood
- 26. In which year did Nigeria become a republic?
A) 1970
B) 1980
C) 1963
D) 1995
- 27. Who is the first female finance minister of Nigeria?
A) Zainab Ahmed
B) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
C) Kemi Adeosun
D) Nenadi Usman
- 28. What is the name of the highest mountain in Nigeria?
A) Mount Cameroon
B) Chappal Waddi
C) Mount Nimba
D) Sukur Hill
- 29. What is the official name of Nigeria?
A) West African Federal State
B) Federal Republic of Nigeria
C) Republic of West Africa
D) Nigerian Federation
- 30. Where is Nigeria located in relation to the Atlantic Ocean?
A) West
B) North
C) South, along the Gulf of Guinea
D) East
- 31. What is the total number of states in Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory?
A) 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory
B) 30 states
C) 40 states
D) 20 states
- 32. Which culture marks one of the earliest known civilizations in Nigeria around 1500 BC?
A) Nok culture
B) Sokoto Caliphate
C) Oyo Empire
D) Hausa Kingdoms
- 33. What was the name of the conflict that took place in Nigeria between 1967 and 1970?
A) Civil War
B) Fula Jihad
C) Nigerian Revolution
D) World War II
- 34. How many ethnic groups are there in Nigeria?
A) 50
B) 100
C) More than 250
D) 500
- 35. Which of these ethnic groups constitutes over 60% of Nigeria's population along with the Hausa and Yoruba?
A) Fulani
B) Ewe
C) Igbo
D) Tiv
- 36. Which part of Nigeria is predominantly inhabited by Muslims?
A) North
B) South
C) East
D) West
- 37. Which international organization is Nigeria a founding member of?
A) European Union
B) ASEAN
C) NAFTA
D) African Union
- 38. In terms of GDP by PPP, where does Nigeria rank globally?
A) 30th-largest
B) 50th-largest
C) 10th-largest
D) 19th-largest
- 39. Which group includes Nigeria as a member alongside Mexico, Indonesia, and Turkey?
A) MINT group
B) G7
C) BRICS
D) OECD
- 40. Who coined the name 'Nigeria'?
A) A Nigerian king.
B) An explorer from the Royal Niger Company.
C) A Tuareg leader.
D) Flora Shaw, a British journalist.
- 41. What was one of the proposed names for Nigeria before it was named 'Nigeria'?
A) Iron Age Empire.
B) Royal Niger Company Territories.
C) New Sudan.
D) West African Federation.
- 42. When did ironworking begin in the Kainji Dam area?
A) In the 5th century AD.
B) By the 2nd century BC.
C) After European colonization.
D) During the Roman Empire.
- 43. What significant transition occurred in the Niger River valley without intermediate bronze production?
A) From agriculture to pastoralism.
B) The transition from Neolithic times to the Iron Age.
C) From stone tools to copper tools.
D) From hunter-gatherer societies to farming communities.
- 44. When did the Kano Chronicle date the history of the Hausa city-state of Kano?
A) Around 999 AD.
B) During the Roman Empire.
C) In the 5th century BC.
D) After the British colonization.
- 45. Which empire was a major center for Islamic civilization in Nigeria?
A) The Kanem–Bornu Empire.
B) The Hausa city-states.
C) The Kingdom of Nri.
D) The Yoruba kingdoms.
- 46. Who ruled the Kingdom of Nri?
A) A British governor.
B) A council of elders.
C) The Eze Nri.
D) A military general.
- 47. Which Yoruba kingdom became prominent in the 12th century?
A) Zazzau.
B) Kano.
C) Ife.
D) Oyo.
- 48. What is significant about Igbo-Ukwu in West African history?
A) It produced the oldest bronzes made using the lost wax process.
B) It was the capital of the Kanem–Bornu Empire.
C) It was a major center for iron smelting.
D) It was the first city to adopt Islam.
- 49. Which European country was the first to begin important direct trade with southern Nigeria?
A) Portugal
B) Britain
C) Spain
D) France
- 50. Which region was known as the Slave Coast during early European contact?
A) Bonny Island
B) Badagry
C) Calabar
D) Lagos
- 51. What major trade marked the beginnings of the Atlantic slave trade in Nigeria?
A) Inland trade with neighboring African states
B) Trade in gold and spices
C) Coastal trade with Europeans
D) Trade in ivory and timber
- 52. Who led a successful jihad against the Hausa Kingdoms in the early 19th century?
A) Abubakar Atiku
B) Usman dan Fodio
C) Shehu Usuman
D) Muhammad Bello
- 53. What was the official language of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A) Yoruba
B) Fulani
C) Hausa
D) Arabic
- 54. Which city did the forces of Ibadan checkmate at during their southern advance?
A) Lagos
B) Sokoto
C) Osogbo
D) Kano
- 55. Which European power sought to intercept illegal slave traders at sea?
A) France
B) Britain
C) Spain
D) Portugal
- 56. What year was the Atlantic slave trade outlawed by European powers?
A) 1850
B) 1820
C) 1750
D) 1807
- 57. In what year did Britain bombard Lagos, leading to a change in leadership?
A) 1861
B) 1851
C) 1885
D) 1903
- 58. Who became the first African bishop of the Anglican Church in 1864?
A) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
B) Nnamdi Azikiwe
C) Samuel Ajayi Crowther
D) Obafemi Awolowo
- 59. Who was Nigeria's Prime Minister at the time of independence?
A) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
B) Ahmadu Bello
C) Obafemi Awolowo
D) Nnamdi Azikiwe
- 60. Which ethnic group was dominant in the western region of Nigeria?
A) Igbo
B) Fulani
C) Hausa
D) Yoruba
- 61. When did northern Nigeria officially outlaw slavery?
A) 1936
B) 1954
C) 1960
D) 1903
- 62. Which British monarch was the nominal head of state at Nigerian independence?
A) George VI
B) Edward VIII
C) Elizabeth II
D) Victoria
- 63. What system of government did Nigeria retain after gaining independence?
A) Communist system
B) Monarchical system
C) Westminster system
D) Presidential system
- 64. Which British general was tasked with moving north into the Sokoto Caliphate?
A) General Nnamdi Azikiwe
B) Sir George Taubman Goldie
C) Lord Frederick Lugard
D) General Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
- 65. What was the symbolic position retained by the British after abolishing the caliphate?
A) Chief
B) Sultan
C) King
D) Emir
- 66. Who gained more seats in parliament than the Eastern and Western regions combined at Nigeria's independence?
A) The Eastern Region
B) The Central Region
C) The Western Region
D) The Northern Region
- 67. Who was accused of attempting to overthrow the government and subsequently convicted?
A) Obafemi Awolowo
B) Ahmadu Bello
C) Nnamdi Azikiwe
D) Samuel Akintola
- 68. Which region was nicknamed 'the Wild-Wild West' due to its chaotic era?
A) Western Region
B) Eastern Region
C) Central Region
D) Northern Region
- 69. Who was the Senate President that handed over government control to the Army after the first coup?
A) Emeka Ojukwu
B) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
C) Nwafor Orizu
D) Ahmadu Bello
- 70. Who became the military head of state after the counter-coup in 1966?
A) Murtala Muhammed
B) Yakubu Gowon
C) Emmanuel Ifeajuna
D) Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi
- 71. Who declared the Eastern Region independent as the Republic of Biafra in May 1967?
A) Yakubu Gowon
B) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
C) Lt. Colonel Emeka Ojukwu
D) Ahmadu Bello
- 72. What was the name of the operation launched by the military triumvirate to fire officials from the civil service?
A) Operation Clean Sweep
B) Operation Iron Fist
C) Operation Deadwood
D) Operation Restore Order
- 73. Who was assassinated during Colonel Buka Suka Dimka's coup attempt in February 1976?
A) General Murtala Muhammed
B) General Theophilus Danjuma
C) General Yakubu Gowon
D) General Olusegun Obasanjo
- 74. Who was appointed as military head of state after the failed coup attempt in February 1976?
A) General Murtala Muhammed
B) General Olusegun Obasanjo
C) General Shehu Musa Yar'Adua
D) General Theophilus Danjuma
- 75. Which organization did Nigeria join during the oil boom of the 1970s?
A) African Union
B) NATO
C) EU
D) OPEC
- 76. Who was sworn in as the first President of Nigeria after the military planned the return to civilian rule?
A) Ibrahim Babangida
B) Muhammadu Buhari
C) Olusegun Obasanjo
D) Alhaji Shehu Shagari
- 77. In which year did the military coup d'état led by Major General Muhammadu Buhari occur?
A) 1985
B) 1993
C) 1984
D) 1983
- 78. Who overthrew Major General Muhammadu Buhari in the 1985 coup d'état?
A) Olusegun Obasanjo
B) Sani Abacha
C) Ibrahim Babangida
D) Ernest Shonekan
- 79. What was the name of the bureau established by Ibrahim Babangida in 1986 for transitioning to the Third Nigerian Republic?
A) Republic Planning Council
B) Nigerian Political Bureau
C) Federal Transition Committee
D) National Electoral Commission
- 80. Who was the presidential candidate from the Social Democratic Party in the 1993 election?
A) Bashir Tofa
B) Moshood Abiola
C) Ernest Shonekan
D) Sani Abacha
- 81. In what year did General Abdulsalami Abubakar adopt a new constitution providing for multiparty elections?
A) 2000
B) 1985
C) 1993
D) 1999
- 82. How long was Nigeria under a period of short-lived democracies, civil war, and military dictatorship before the Fourth Nigerian Republic?
A) 50 years
B) 25 years
C) 39 years
D) 30 years
- 83. Who condemned the 2007 Nigerian elections as seriously flawed?
A) The African Union
B) The European Union
C) The international community
D) The United Nations
- 84. Who succeeded Umaru Yar'Adua after his death in 2010?
A) Atiku Abubakar
B) Bola Ahmed Tinubu
C) Muhammadu Buhari
D) Goodluck Jonathan
- 85. What major event marked Goodluck Jonathan's tenure related to terrorism?
A) The Kaduna massacre
B) The Lagos ferry disaster
C) The Chibok schoolgirls kidnapping in 2014
D) The Abuja bombing
- 86. Which party did Muhammadu Buhari represent in the 2015 presidential election?
A) Action Congress of Nigeria
B) Congress for Progressive Change
C) People's Democratic Party (PDP)
D) All Progressives Congress (APC)
- 87. What was a significant aspect of Muhammadu Buhari's 2015 campaign?
A) His image as a staunch anti-corruption fighter
B) Promising to improve healthcare
C) Prioritizing infrastructure development
D) Focusing on education reform
- 88. What was unique about the 2023 presidential election candidates?
A) No former military ruler ran for president
B) The election was postponed due to security concerns
C) It was the first time women could vote
D) All candidates were from the same party
- 89. Who won the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria?
A) Rabiu Kwankwaso
B) Atiku Abubakar
C) Bola Tinubu
D) Peter Obi
- 90. What rank does Nigeria hold in terms of total area size worldwide?
A) 32nd-largest country
B) 10th-largest country
C) 5th-largest country
D) 50th-largest country
- 91. How long is Nigeria's coastline at least?
A) 1500 km (930 mi)
B) 500 km (310 mi)
C) 1000 km (620 mi)
D) 853 km (530 mi)
- 92. Which plateau is the highest in Nigeria?
A) Mambilla Plateau
B) Adamawa Plateau
C) Jos Plateau
D) Obudu Plateau
- 93. What type of climate characterizes the far south of Nigeria?
A) Desert climate
B) Tropical rainforest climate
C) Mediterranean climate
D) Temperate climate
- 94. What unique primate is found in the wild only in Nigeria's Cross-Sanaga-Bioko coastal forests and Cameroon?
A) Chimpanzee
B) Drill primate
C) Gorilla
D) Orangutan
- 95. What has replaced much of the forest between the Niger and Cross Rivers due to development?
A) Wetlands
B) Desert
C) Urban areas
D) Grassland
- 96. Which savannah zone in Nigeria consists of patches of grass and sand, found in the northeast?
A) Sudan savannah
B) Guinean forest-savanna mosaic
C) Sahel savannah
D) Mangrove swamps
- 97. Which of the following is not a bordering country of Nigeria?
A) Cameroon
B) Niger
C) Ghana
D) Benin
- 98. What percentage of Nigeria does the Niger catchment area cover?
A) 75%
B) 80%
C) 63%
D) 50%
- 99. Which river is the main tributary of the Niger in Nigeria?
A) The Nile
B) The Zambezi
C) The Benue
D) The Congo
- 100. What significant wetlands are associated with the Komadugu Yobe river system?
A) Hadejia-Nguru wetlands
B) Sambisa swamps
C) Mandara Mountains wetlands
D) Niger Delta wetlands
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