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What is the term used to describe a non-citizen who commits a serious offence in a country where they are an alien?
What is the term used to describe a non-citizen who commits a serious offence in a country where they are an alien?
- Persona non grata (correct)
- Refugee
- Illegal immigrant
- Persona grata
What is a key requirement for an individual to be considered a citizen of Nigeria?
What is a key requirement for an individual to be considered a citizen of Nigeria?
- They have been granted honourary citizenship by another country
- They have lived in Nigeria for at least 5 years
- They have made a useful contribution to the advancement of Nigeria (correct)
- They have taken the Oath of Allegiance prescribed in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution
What is the principle of citizenship acquisition where an individual becomes a citizen based on their parentage?
What is the principle of citizenship acquisition where an individual becomes a citizen based on their parentage?
- Naturalization
- Jus sanguinis (correct)
- Registration
- Jus soli
What is the principle of citizenship acquisition where an individual becomes a citizen based on their birth within a country's territory?
What is the principle of citizenship acquisition where an individual becomes a citizen based on their birth within a country's territory?
What is the term for citizenship acquired through conquest?
What is the term for citizenship acquired through conquest?
Who is an example of someone who has been granted honourary citizenship?
Who is an example of someone who has been granted honourary citizenship?
According to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), who is a citizen of Nigeria by birth?
According to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), who is a citizen of Nigeria by birth?
What is the minimum period of continuous residence required for an individual to apply for citizenship in Nigeria?
What is the minimum period of continuous residence required for an individual to apply for citizenship in Nigeria?
Can a citizen form and belong to a political party?
Can a citizen form and belong to a political party?
What is the term for the process of changing citizenship due to secessionist struggles?
What is the term for the process of changing citizenship due to secessionist struggles?
Can a non-citizen form and belong to a political party?
Can a non-citizen form and belong to a political party?
What is the purpose of granting honourary citizenship?
What is the purpose of granting honourary citizenship?
What is the term used to describe the process of acquiring citizenship?
What is the term used to describe the process of acquiring citizenship?
What is the term used to describe the process of taking away citizenship?
What is the term used to describe the process of taking away citizenship?
According to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, what is the right of every citizen?
According to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, what is the right of every citizen?
What is one of the duties of citizens according to the Constitution?
What is one of the duties of citizens according to the Constitution?
What is the significance of citizenship in Nigeria?
What is the significance of citizenship in Nigeria?
What is one of the ways citizens can contribute to the community?
What is one of the ways citizens can contribute to the community?
What is expected of citizens in terms of national service?
What is expected of citizens in terms of national service?
Why is it important for citizens to respect the dignity of others?
Why is it important for citizens to respect the dignity of others?
What is one of the benefits of citizenship in Nigeria?
What is one of the benefits of citizenship in Nigeria?
What is the purpose of declaring income honestly and paying taxes promptly?
What is the purpose of declaring income honestly and paying taxes promptly?
What is a key difference between a citizen and an alien/foreigner?
What is a key difference between a citizen and an alien/foreigner?
What are the two types of citizens mentioned in the text?
What are the two types of citizens mentioned in the text?
What does the term "bird of passage" refer to?
What does the term "bird of passage" refer to?
What is the primary way a citizen can politically claim the identity of a state or nation?
What is the primary way a citizen can politically claim the identity of a state or nation?
What is the relationship between a state and its citizens?
What is the relationship between a state and its citizens?
What does the text imply about the importance of active citizens?
What does the text imply about the importance of active citizens?
What is the fundamental difference between a passive and an active citizen?
What is the fundamental difference between a passive and an active citizen?
What is the primary source of the information about citizenship and the state presented in the text?
What is the primary source of the information about citizenship and the state presented in the text?
What is the primary reason for the existence of the State according to ancient Greeks?
What is the primary reason for the existence of the State according to ancient Greeks?
What does the 'give and take relationship' between citizens and the State imply?
What does the 'give and take relationship' between citizens and the State imply?
Which of the following is a privilege that a citizen has over a non-citizen?
Which of the following is a privilege that a citizen has over a non-citizen?
How does the government support its citizens in return for their duties?
How does the government support its citizens in return for their duties?
What is one key difference between a citizen and a non-citizen?
What is one key difference between a citizen and a non-citizen?
What do citizens pay to support the State?
What do citizens pay to support the State?
Which of these responsibilities do citizens have towards the State?
Which of these responsibilities do citizens have towards the State?
What is the legal status of a citizen compared to a non-citizen?
What is the legal status of a citizen compared to a non-citizen?
Study Notes
Concept of Citizenship
- A citizen is a native-born or naturalized inhabitant of a city or state who is entitled to certain rights and privileges denied others.
- Citizenship expresses the status of a person who possesses full social, political, and legal rights in a country.
- A citizen has the full right to vote or be voted for in a state's elections and can politically and legally claim the identity of a particular state or nation.
Types of Citizens
- Active citizens: support the policies and programs of their country which are meant for the social, economic, and political wellbeing of the country.
- Passive citizens: do not support the policies and programs of their country.
Relationship between the State and its Citizens
- The relationship between a citizen and their country is one of "give and take."
- Citizens are expected to hold allegiance to the state and perform certain duties, responsibilities, and obligations to it.
- The state is expected to provide the needs of its citizens, including basic needs and protection.
- Citizens pay taxes and the government provides services in return.
Difference between a Citizen and a Non-Citizen
- A citizen is a full legal member of a state or country, while a non-citizen is not.
- A citizen enjoys the protection of the government both within and outside their country.
- A citizen owes full allegiance to the state or country, while a non-citizen does not.
- A citizen can vote and be voted for, while a non-citizen cannot.
- A citizen can engage in any legitimate business, while a non-citizen may have restrictions.
- A citizen cannot be repatriated from their own country, while a non-citizen can be declared persona non grata.
Modes of Citizenship Acquisition
- Citizenship by birth: based on two principles, jus sanguinis (parentage) and jus soli (born within the territory of a state or country).
- Honourary citizenship: granted to individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of a country.
- Citizenship by conquest: when a nation or country is defeated in war, the defeated country may be forced to take up the citizenship of the conqueror.
Duties of Citizens (Civic Responsibilities)
- Abide by the constitution and respect its ideals and institutions.
- Help to enhance the power, prestige, and good name of Nigeria.
- Respect the dignity of other citizens and the rights and legitimate interests of others.
- Make positive and useful contributions to the advancement, progress, and well-being of the community.
- Render assistance to appropriate and lawful agencies in the maintenance of law and order.
- Declare income honestly and pay taxes promptly.
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Quiz on the definition and rights of a citizen, including being a native-born or naturalized inhabitant of a City or State with certain privileges and responsibilities.
