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Nigeria Current Affairs 2026 — Questions and Answers
This page contains 82+ Nigeria current affairs questions and answers updated for 2026. Topics covered include current government officials (President, Vice President, Senate President, ministers, service chiefs), Nigerian history from pre-colonial kingdoms to the present day, all 36 states and their capitals, the 774 Local Government Areas, constitutional provisions, economy, geography, culture and international relations. Questions follow the format used in JAMB, WAEC, NECO, NYSC orientation exams, federal civil service recruitment and job interview assessments. Tap any card to reveal the answer. Use the category tabs to focus on Government, History, States, Geography or any other topic. Your progress is saved automatically in your browser.
Who is the current Minister of Finance?
Mr Wale Edun, appointed in August 2023.
Who is the current Chief Justice of Nigeria?
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, appointed in 2024.
Who is the current President of Nigeria?
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was inaugurated on 29 May 2023.
Who is the current Senate President of Nigeria?
Godswill Akpabio, representing Akwa Ibom North East senatorial district.
Who is the Speaker of the House of Representatives?
Tajudeen Abbas, representing Zaria federal constituency in Kaduna State.
Who is the current CBN Governor?
Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, appointed in September 2023.
What is Nigeria's current national minimum wage (2024)?
N70,000 per month, signed into law in 2024.
Who is the current Minister of FCT (Abuja)?
Nyesom Wike, former governor of Rivers State.
Who is the current Vice President of Nigeria?
Senator Kashim Shettima, former governor of Borno State.
What major economic policy did President Tinubu announce at his inauguration?
The removal of the petrol subsidy — he declared "subsidy is gone."
When does Nigeria celebrate Democracy Day?
June 12, marking the date of the 1993 presidential election won by MKO Abiola.
The Appropriation Bill is passed by which body?
The National Assembly
Who appoints the Chief Justice of Nigeria?
The President on recommendation of NJC
What is the main duty of the Nigeria Customs Service?
Border security and revenue collection
Nigeria practices which type of federalism?
All of the above
Who is the current Inspector General of Police?
Olatunji Disu, appointed in 2025.
What is the main function of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)?
Both A and B
The Nigeria Immigration Service is responsible for?
Border control
Which ministry handles education in Nigeria?
Ministry of Education
Who is the Chief Justice of Nigeria responsible for?
Judiciary
What is the role of the legislature?
Make laws
How many local government areas are in Nigeria?
774
What is the retirement age for Magistrates in Nigeria?
65
Which agency manages elections in Nigeria?
INEC
Who is the Vice President of Nigeria (current era)?
Kashim Shettima
Who is the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives?
Benjamin Kalu, representing Bende federal constituency in Abia State.
The Nigeria Prisons Service was renamed to?
Nigeria Correctional Service
What does FAAN stand for?
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria.
Who is the current Chief of Defence Staff?
General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede.
How many senators are in Nigeria?
109
What does NPA stand for?
Nigerian Ports Authority.
The National Assembly consists of?
Senate and House of Representatives
What does NDLEA stand for?
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.
Who is the current Chief of Army Staff?
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu.
Who is the current INEC Chairman?
Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, appointed in 2025.
What is the highest court in Nigeria?
Supreme Court
Who appoints ministers in Nigeria?
President
Who is the current Chief of Air Staff?
Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke.
What agency was created by the Student Loan Act 2024?
Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to manage and disburse student loans.
Which Nigerian body controls immigration?
Nigeria Immigration Service
What is the full meaning of PENCOM?
Pension Commission
Which agency is responsible for regulating broadcasting in Nigeria?
NBC
Local Government Areas in Nigeria are created by which body?
State House of Assembly
What is the minimum age to run for Governor in Nigeria?
35 years.
What does INEC stand for?
Independent National Electoral Commission
What does NAFDAC stand for?
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.
What is the name of Nigeria’s legislative chambers?
National Assembly
How many members make up the House of Representatives?
360 members.
The Code of Conduct Bureau was established to?
Both A and B
Which organ of government is responsible for making laws?
Legislature
Which Nigerian agency fights corruption?
EFCC
Which institution issues Nigerian passports?
Immigration Service
What is the minimum age to run for House of Reps in Nigeria?
25 years.
The Vice President of Nigeria is the Chairman of which council?
National Economic Council
What is the highest court in Nigeria?
Supreme Court
Nigeria operates which system of government?
Presidential
What does EFCC stand for?
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
Local Government elections in Nigeria are conducted by?
State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC)
Nigeria is divided into how many senatorial districts?
109
The National Population Commission is responsible for?
Census and vital registration
How many members make up the Federal Executive Council?
Depends on the President
Who is the current Chief of Naval Staff?
Vice Admiral Idi Abbas.
What is the minimum age to run for President of Nigeria?
35 years, as stipulated in the 1999 Constitution.
Nigeria was suspended from the Commonwealth in which year?
1995, following the execution of Ken Saro-Wiwa.
Which arm of government interprets the law?
Judiciary
The creation of more LGAs is the responsibility of which tier of government?
State
What does NNPC stand for?
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited.
The seat of the Nigerian Judiciary is in?
Abuja
Who is the current President of Nigeria as of 2024–2026?
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Who is the current Deputy Senate President?
Senator Barau Jibrin, representing Kano North senatorial district.
What does NIMASA stand for?
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency.
How many senators make up the Nigerian Senate?
109 senators — three per state and one for the FCT.
What does FERMA stand for?
Federal Roads Maintenance Agency.
Who is the current EFCC Chairman?
Olanipekun Olukoyede, appointed in 2023.
The Nigerian Civil Service Commission is headed by?
The Head of Service
What does INEC stand for?
Independent National Electoral Commission.
What is the maximum tenure for a Nigerian President?
Two terms of four years each — a maximum of eight years.
Which of these is NOT a branch of government in Nigeria?
Police
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is responsible for?
Company registration
What fraction of the National Assembly must sign to begin presidential impeachment?
One-third of all members of the National Assembly.
Which arm of government makes laws in Nigeria?
Legislature
What is the minimum age to run for the Senate in Nigeria?
35 years.