Nigeria's History and Politics Quiz

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Who was the first Nigerian female author?

Francis Akanu Ibiam

Herbert Macaulay

Flora Nwapa (correct)

Prof. Grace Alele Williams

Which state in Nigeria is known for its numerous local government areas, specifically having 44 LGAs?

Akwa Ibom State

Lagos State

Kano State (correct)

Rivers State

What is the slogan of Lagos State?

Centre of Excellence (correct)

Treasure Base of the Nation

Centre of Commerce

Light of the Nation

Which is the capital of Yobe State?

Damaturu Signup and view all the answers

What is the currency of Nigeria?

Naira Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized as the first Nigerian nationalist to move the motion for self-government?

Pa Anthony Enahoro Signup and view all the answers

In which Nigerian state is the Ibibio ethnic group predominantly found?

Akwa Ibom State Signup and view all the answers

Which country has the highest mountain in Africa?

Tanzania Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first military Head Of State to overthrow a civilian president in Nigeria?

Major General Aguiyi Ironsi Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal tender of Nigeria?

Naira Signup and view all the answers

When did Nigeria change from right hand to left hand drive?

2nd April 1972 Signup and view all the answers

Which Nigerian city serves as the commercial capital?

Lagos Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first female governor in Nigeria?

Dame Virgy Etiaba Signup and view all the answers

How many geo-political zones are in Nigeria?

6 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of the three tiers of government in Nigeria?

Regional Government Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first and only prime minister of Nigeria?

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first executive president of Nigeria?

Alhaji Shehu Shagari Signup and view all the answers

Which political party was the first in Nigeria, established in 1923?

Nigerian National Democratic Party Signup and view all the answers

Which state has the slogan 'Food Basket of the Nation'?

Benue State Signup and view all the answers

What year marked Nigeria's independence from colonial rule?

1960 Signup and view all the answers

When was the Nigerian currency, naira and kobo, officially introduced?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

Which major rivers intersect Nigeria?

River Niger and River Benue Signup and view all the answers

Who amalgamated the Northern and Southern protectorates of Nigeria?

Sir Lord Lugard Signup and view all the answers

In what year was Nigeria's second republic?

1979-1983 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nigeria's History and Politics

Nigeria's first female author: Flora Nwapa
First Nigerian female Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Grace Alele Williams
Founder of Nigeria's first political party: Herbert Macaulay
Nigerian state with largest landmass: Niger
Nigerian state with most local government areas: Kano (44 LGAs)
Nigerian state with highest population: Kano
Anambra state slogan: "Light of the Nation"
Lagos state slogan: "Centre of Excellence"
Kano State slogan: "Centre of Commerce"
Capital of Rivers State: Port Harcourt
Capital of Yobe State: Damaturu
Capital of Zamfara State: Gusau
Capital of Niger State: Minna
First Nigerian nationalist to move self-government motion: Pa Anthony Enahoro
Highest mountain in the world: Mount Everest
Highest mountain in Africa: Mount Kilimanjaro
Highest mountain in African country: Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
South African currency: Rand
Ghanaian currency: Cedi
Nigerian currency: Naira
Ethnic group predominantly in Akwa Ibom State: Ibibio
Ethnic group predominantly in Niger State: Nupe
Minority group in Anambra State: Igala
State known for blacksmith work: Anambra
Main duty of the police: Maintain law and order
Type of government in Nigeria: Democracy
Largest petroleum producer in Nigeria: Nigeria
Headquarters of the African Union: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Headquarters of ECOWAS: Abuja, Nigeria
Headquarters of the United Nations: New York, USA
Nigerian town famous for plywood: Sapele
Country that first won the World Cup: Uruguay
Capital of Russia: Moscow
Number of states in Northern Nigeria: 19
Number of states in Southern Nigeria: 17
African slave boy who became a bishop: Samuel Ajayi Crowther
Year naira and kobo were introduced in Nigeria: 1973
Year ECOWAS was founded: 1975
Ajaokuta is renowned for: Iron and Steel
Nigeria's three arms of government: Executive, Judiciary, and Legislative
Oldest university in Nigeria: University of Ibadan (founded 1948)
First Inspector-General of Police: Louis Edet
First military head of state to die in office: General J.T.U Aguiyi Ironsi
Nigerian state with fewest local government areas: Bayelsa

Nigeria's Government and Culture

State in Nigeria with "Food Basket of the Nation" slogan: Benue
Number of states in Nigeria: 36
Ruling political party in Nigeria: All Progressive Congress (APC)
Country that hosted the 2019 African Cup of Nations: Egypt
Nigeria's first political party: Nigerian National Democratic Party
Year Nigeria's first political party was formed: 1923
Country that first visited Nigeria: Portugal
First executive president of Nigeria: Alhaji Shehu Shagari
First president of Nigeria: Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe
First military head of state of Nigeria: Aguiyi Ironsi
Ruling political party in Delta State: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
Year of Nigerian independence: 1960
Year Nigeria became a republic: 1963
Person who amalgamated Northern and Southern protectorates of Nigeria: Sir Lord Lugard
Year of amalgamation: 1914
Person who named Nigeria: Flora Shaw Lugard
Nigeria's second republic years: 1979-1983
Person who moved the first historic motion for Nigeria's independence: Pa Anthony Enahoro
Year of first unsuccessful motion for independence: 1953
Rivers that intersect Nigeria: River Niger and River Benue
Colors of the Nigerian flag: Green and white
First governor general of colonial Nigeria: Sir Lord Lugard
Number of local government areas in Nigeria: 774
Person who designed the Nigerian flag: Micheal Taiwo Akinkumi
Composer of Nigerian national anthem: Benefit Odiase
Significance of green in Nigerian flag: Agriculture
Significance of white in Nigerian flag: Peace
Nigeria's legal tender: Naira
Year Nigeria changed from right-hand to left-hand drive: April 2, 1972
Most populated black nation: Nigeria
Number of geopolitical zones in Nigeria: 6
Major religions in Nigeria: Christianity and Islam
Commercial capital of Nigeria: Lagos
Present capital of Nigeria: Abuja
Number of senatorial districts in Nigeria: 109
Number of federal constituencies in Nigeria: 360
Head of Islam in Nigeria: Sultan of Sokoto
Discoverer of River Niger: Mongo Park
First capital of Nigeria: Calabar
First Nigerian military head of state to hand over to a democratically elected president: General Olusegun Obasanjo (1979)
First military head of state to overthrow a civilian president: Major General Aguiyi Ironsi

Notable Nigerians and Figures

First and only prime minister of Nigeria: Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
First indigenous lawyer in Nigeria: Chief Sapara Williams
First indigenous solicitor in Nigeria: Chief Rotimi Williams
First indigenous chartered accountant in Nigeria: Chief Akintola Williams
First indigenous medical doctor in Nigeria: Prof. Eyitayo Lambo
First indigenous Vice Chancellor in Nigeria: Professor Kenneth Dike
First Nigerian Navy Commodore: Joseph Edet Akinwale
First indigenous governor of central bank: Mallam Aliyu Bornu
First female governor in Nigeria: Dame Virgy Etiaba
First female speaker of the Federal House of Representatives: Mrs Patricia Ette
First female elected senator in Nigeria: Senator Franca Afegbua
First female permanent secretary in Nigeria: Francisca Yetunde E
First female Chief Justice of Nigeria: Mariam Aloma Mukhtar
First female pilot in Nigeria: Chinyere Onyemauche
First Nigerian Senate President: Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe
Person who stopped the killing of twins in Nigeria: Mary Slessor
First black president of South Africa: Dr. Nelson Mandela
First African American president of the US: Barack Hussein Obama
Law making body of civilian government in Nigeria: Legislature
Official language of Nigeria: English
Name of government organization maintaining law and order in Nigeria: Police
Significance of the Eagle on Nigerian Coat of Arms: Strength
Significance of the Horse on Nigerian Coat of Arms: Dignity and Pride
Most populated country in the world: China
Most populated continent: Asia
2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate: Peter Obi
Current president of Nigeria: Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Current senate president of Nigeria: Godswill Obot Akpabio
Current CBN governor: Yemi Cardodo
Current minister of finance in Nigeria: Wale Edun

Nigerian Naira Notes

Naira note values and corresponding figures: 100 naira - Chief Obafemi Awolowo 200 naira - Sir Ahmadu Bello 500 naira - Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe 1000 naira - Alhaji Aliu Mai Bornu and Dr. Clement Isong.

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Test your knowledge on significant figures and facts in Nigerian history and politics. This quiz covers influential authors, political milestones, state capitals, and more about Nigeria's rich heritage. Challenge yourself to see how well you know the key elements that shape Nigeria today.