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Nigeria Current Affairs 2026 — Questions and Answers
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Who is the current Minister of Finance?
Mr Wale Edun, appointed in August 2023.
Who was the first Nigerian to win an Olympic gold medal?
Chioma Ajunwa, in the long jump at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
When did the Nigerian Civil War begin and end?
It began on July 6, 1967 and ended on January 15, 1970.
How many times have the Nigerian Golden Eaglets won the FIFA U-17 World Cup?
Five times: 1985, 1993, 2007, 2013, and 2015.
Who was the first African to win the Golden Boot in Italian Serie A?
Victor Osimhen, in the 2022-23 season with Napoli.
Who is the current CBN Governor?
Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, appointed in September 2023.
Who was the first female governor in Nigeria?
Virginia Etiaba, who served as acting governor of Anambra State in 2006.
Who is the current Chief Justice of Nigeria?
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, appointed in 2024.
Which is the oldest Local Government Area in Nigeria?
Lagos Island
The headquarters of the African Union is in?
Addis Ababa
Which state is called the Land of Honour and Integrity?
Ogun
The official currency of Nigeria is?
Naira
When was the Universal Basic Education (UBE) Act signed?
2004.
Which state is known as the "State of Firsts"?
Ogun
Which geopolitical zone has the largest landmass?
North West
Which geopolitical zone includes the Federal Capital Territory?
North Central
Which state is known as the "Confluence State"?
Kogi
The largest university in Nigeria by student population is?
National Open University
Which state is known as the "Jewel of the Savannah"?
Gombe
The Nigerian National Anthem was written by?
Lillian Jean Williams
Which state capital is located on the confluence of Rivers Niger and Benue?
Lokoja
Which ministry handles education in Nigeria?
Ministry of Education
Which state has the nickname "The Jewel of the Savannah"?
Gombe
What is the capital of Edo State?
Benin City
Which agency is responsible for regulating broadcasting in Nigeria?
NBC
Nigeria became a Republic in what year?
1963
Who was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister?
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
Which state capital was formerly known as "The Slave Port"?
Lagos
Which state is known as the "Sunshine State"?
Ondo
The city of Ibadan is the capital of which state?
Oyo
What was the Not Too Young To Run Act?
A 2018 law that reduced the minimum age for running for political office — e.g. House of Reps reduced to 25.
What is the capital of Ebonyi State?
Abakaliki
Which state is the largest producer of Cocoa in Nigeria?
Ondo
Who composed the music of the Nigerian National Anthem?
W. H. A. Davies
What is the capital of Gombe State?
Gombe
Which of these is NOT a branch of government in Nigeria?
Police
Who is the current President of Nigeria as of 2024–2026?
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
What is the capital of Cross River State?
Calabar
Which geopolitical zone is known for oil production?
South South
Nigeria has how many international land borders?
4
How many states are in Nigeria?
36
Where was crude oil first discovered in Nigeria?
Oloibiri Oilfield in Ogbia LGA, Bayelsa State, in 1956.
The National Flag of Nigeria has how many colours?
3
The Kainji Dam is located in which state?
Niger
The North West zone is predominantly occupied by which ethnic group?
Hausa-Fulani
Which zone includes Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Edo?
South South
Who was the first indigenous Governor-General of Nigeria?
Nnamdi Azikiwe
Which state is known as the "Treasure Base of the Nation"?
Rivers
The 774 Local Government Areas were created by which decree?
1976 Local Government Reform
Which Nigerian state has the highest population?
Kano
What is the meaning of the White colour on the Nigerian flag?
Peace
Which state is the largest producer of Cocoa in Nigeria?
Ondo
Which state is called the "Home of Solid Minerals"?
Nasarawa
The ancient Benin Kingdom is located in which modern state?
Edo
The first female Governor in Nigeria was?
Virginia Etiaba
What is Nigeria’s national anthem about?
Unity and nation building
The first University in Nigeria is?
University of Ibadan
Local Government Reform in Nigeria was first carried out in what year?
1976
The Code of Conduct Bureau was established to?
Both A and B
The 36 states of Nigeria are divided into how many geopolitical zones?
6
Which geopolitical zone has the highest number of states?
North West
Which state is known as the Centre of Excellence?
Lagos
Which arm of government interprets the law?
Judiciary
Who was the first Nigerian to win a Grammy Award?
Sade Adu, for her album Diamond Life (1984).
Nigeria is in which time zone?
GMT +1
What is the oldest polytechnic in Nigeria?
Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), established in 1934.
The Nigerian Bar Association regulates?
Lawyers
How many local government areas are in Nigeria?
774
How many states are in the South-East geopolitical zone?
5
Which zone is known for large-scale agriculture and livestock?
All of the above
What is the capital of Kogi State?
Lokoja
The creation of more LGAs is the responsibility of which tier of government?
State
What is the capital of Jigawa State?
Dutse
How many states did General Yakubu Gowon create in 1967?
12 states, replacing the four regions.
Which sector deals with oil in Nigeria?
Oil & Gas
What is the capital of Lagos State?
Ikeja
What is the main purpose of the Budget?
To plan government spending
Which geopolitical zone has the most diverse ethnic groups?
North Central
Nigeria practices which type of federalism?
All of the above
What was the first political party in Nigeria?
The Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP), founded by Herbert Macaulay in 1923.
The South West zone is predominantly occupied by which ethnic group?
Yoruba
Which arm of government makes laws in Nigeria?
Legislature
Local Government Areas in Nigeria are created by which body?
State House of Assembly
What is the capital of Bauchi State?
Bauchi
What is the age qualification for a Member of House of Representatives?
25 years
Which state is called the "Coal City State"?
Enugu
What is the capital of Abia State?
Umuahia
Who is the current Chief of Naval Staff?
Vice Admiral Idi Abbas.
Who is the current Chief of Air Staff?
Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke.
Which state is called the "Big Heart"?
Delta
Which state is known as the "Cradle of the Nation"?
Ogun
Which mineral resource is Nigeria most famous for?
Crude Oil
The first Television Station in Africa was established in?
Lagos
Which state has the lowest number of Local Government Areas?
Bayelsa
What is the capital of Kebbi State?
Birnin Kebbi
What is the main purpose of the National Orientation Agency (NOA)?
Public enlightenment
Which state is known as the "Land of Equity"?
Kebbi
Who was the first female NAFDAC Director-General?
Professor Dora Akunyili, who served from 2001 to 2008.
The Sovereign power in Nigeria belongs to?
The People
The largest ethnic group in Nigeria is?
Hausa-Fulani
The National Population Commission is responsible for?
Census and vital registration
Which state is famous for Kolanut production?
Oyo
The largest mangrove forest in Africa is found in which state?
Rivers
How many senators are in Nigeria?
109
Which state capital is known as "Garden City"?
Port Harcourt
Which LGA is the seat of the Kano Emirate?
Kano Municipal
How many geopolitical zones are in Nigeria?
6
What does the acronym NAFDAC stand for?
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control
What is the main function of Local Government Councils?
Primary education and healthcare
Which zone includes Kano, Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Jigawa?
North West
The Central Bank of Nigeria was established in what year?
1958
Who is the current Chief of Army Staff?
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu.
Which state has the fewest LGAs (excluding FCT)?
Bayelsa State, with only 8 LGAs.
Which of these is a fundamental human right in Nigeria?
Right to life
The main export product of Nigeria is?
Crude Oil
What is the capital of Yobe State?
Damaturu
Which state capital is also called "Coal City"?
Enugu
When did Nigeria join OPEC?
July 12, 1971.
The Kainji Dam is built on which river?
River Niger
When was the first oil refinery built in Nigeria?
1965, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Which Nigerian body controls immigration?
Nigeria Immigration Service
Which state has the highest number of LGAs?
Kano State, with 44 LGAs.
Which state is known as the "Cradle of the Nation"?
Oyo
Who was the first military head of state to hand over to a civilian government?
General Olusegun Obasanjo, who handed over to Shehu Shagari in 1979.
What is the name of Nigeria’s anti-drug agency?
NDLEA
Yankari Game Reserve is found in which state?
Bauchi
Which state is the largest producer of cocoa in Nigeria?
Ondo State.
Nigeria is a member of which international organization?
Commonwealth of Nations
What is the minimum age to vote in Nigeria?
18
What is the capital of Kaduna State?
Kaduna
What is the role of the legislature?
Make laws
When was the Nigerian Naira introduced?
1st January 1973, replacing the Nigerian pound.
Which geopolitical zone has the fewest states?
The South East, with only 5 states.
What is the capital of Oyo State?
Ibadan
Which agency manages elections in Nigeria?
INEC
What is the meaning of the Green colour on the Nigerian flag?
Agriculture
Which geopolitical zone is often referred to as the "food basket"?
North Central
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is located in which geopolitical zone?
North Central
Which state is the smallest by land area?
Lagos
When was ECOWAS founded and where is its headquarters?
1975 in Lagos; headquarters now in Abuja.
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is responsible for?
Company registration
The seat of the Nigerian Judiciary is in?
Abuja
The University of Ibadan was founded in what year?
1948
Which state has 21 Local Government Areas?
Bayelsa
What is the capital of Akwa Ibom State?
Uyo
Who was the first Nigerian nationalist to move a motion for self-government?
Pa Anthony Enahoro, in 1953.
What is the capital of Kwara State?
Ilorin
What does INEC stand for?
Independent National Electoral Commission
The Vice President of Nigeria is the Chairman of which council?
National Economic Council
Which state is known as the "People's Paradise"?
Cross River
What is the significance of the black shield on the coat of arms?
It represents Nigeria's fertile soil.
When was GSM introduced in Nigeria?
2001, by operators Econet (now Airtel), MTN and MTEL.
The Yankari Game Reserve is located in which state?
Bauchi
The first Nigerian to win an Olympic Gold Medal is?
Chioma Ajunwa
How many states are in the South-South geopolitical zone?
6
What is the age qualification for a Senator in Nigeria?
35 years
What is the capital of Ogun State?
Abeokuta
Who was the first woman to drive a car in Nigeria?
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti.
Which zone has the highest number of universities?
South West
Which state is called the "Heart Beat of the Nation"?
Edo
How many states are in the North-West geopolitical zone?
7
Who appoints the Secretary of a Local Government Council?
Governor
What is the highest court in Nigeria?
Supreme Court
Who was the first African bishop?
Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther, consecrated in 1864.
Which state is home to the Olumo Rock?
Ogun
Which is the smallest state in Nigeria by land area?
Lagos
Who is the Chief Justice of Nigeria responsible for?
Judiciary
The first female Judge in Nigeria was?
Maryam Aloma Mukhtar
What is the former name of Edo State capital?
Benin
Which zone is most affected by desert encroachment?
Both A and B
Which state capital is called "The City of God"?
Abeokuta
Which state capital is known as "Canaan City"?
Uyo
What agency was created by the Student Loan Act 2024?
Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to manage and disburse student loans.
Local Government elections in Nigeria are conducted by?
State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC)
Which zone consists of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti?
South West
Who was the first Inspector General of Police in Nigeria?
Louis Edet
What is the highest court in Nigeria?
Supreme Court
The Appropriation Bill is passed by which body?
The National Assembly
The Nigerian Stock Exchange is located in?
Lagos
Which state was created last in Nigeria?
Ekiti
The 774 LGAs are recognized in which section of the 1999 Constitution?
Section 7
Who is the Vice President of Nigeria (current era)?
Kashim Shettima
The Nigeria Prisons Service was renamed to?
Nigeria Correctional Service
Which state is called the "Palm Tree State"?
Akwa Ibom
What is the capital of Nigeria?
Abuja
What is the capital of Borno State?
Maiduguri
When was the Nigerian Air Force established?
1964.
Which zone is known for its rich cultural heritage and festivals?
All of the above
Which is the most populous Local Government Area in Nigeria?
Alimosho (Lagos)
Which state is called the "Confluence State"?
Kogi
Which state is the largest producer of Palm Oil?
Akwa Ibom
Ajaokuta is famous for what?
Iron and steel production — home of the Ajaokuta Steel Company.
Nigeria is divided into how many senatorial districts?
109
What is the capital of Rivers State?
Port Harcourt
Nigeria operates which system of government?
Presidential
Who appoints the Chief Justice of Nigeria?
The President on recommendation of NJC
What is the full meaning of NIMC?
National Identity Management Commission
How many Local Government Areas are in Oyo State?
33
What is the highest point in Nigeria?
Chappal Waddi (2,419 metres) in Taraba State.
The Nigerian Army was established in what year?
1958
What is the retirement age for Judges in Nigeria?
70
How many geo-political zones are in Nigeria?
6
The capital of Nigeria, Abuja, is located in which state?
None (FCT)
Which Nigerian musician is known as the "King of Afrobeat"?
Fela Anikulapo Kuti
What is the main religion in Nigeria?
Christianity and Islam
Which geopolitical zone is the most educationally advanced?
South West
Which state is known as the "Home of Solid Minerals"?
Nasarawa
Where is the Kainji Dam located?
Borgu, Niger State, on the River Niger.
Which geopolitical zone is made up of only 5 states?
South East
The South-South geopolitical zone is also called?
Niger Delta
The Obudu Cattle Ranch is in which state?
Cross River
What is the capital of Delta State?
Asaba
The Aso Rock is located in which city?
Abuja
Which zone includes Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, and Taraba?
North East
Who was the first female Chief Justice of Nigeria?
Justice Mariam Aloma Mukhtar, 2012.
Who designed the Nigerian national flag?
Taiwo Akinkunmi
Who was the first Nigerian to be Grammy-nominated?
King Sunny Ade.
What is the capital of Katsina State?
Katsina
What is the full meaning of PENCOM?
Pension Commission
What is the capital of Kano State?
Kano
The highest mountain in Nigeria is located in which state?
Taraba
The South East zone is predominantly occupied by which ethnic group?
Igbo
What is the retirement age for Magistrates in Nigeria?
65
The Olumo Rock is a major tourist attraction in which state?
Ogun
What is the minimum qualification to contest for President of Nigeria?
First Degree or equivalent
Who was the first indigenous Inspector General of Police?
Louis Edet.
Which state produces the largest quantity of crude oil in Nigeria?
Delta
Which zone is famous for solid minerals?
North Central
The official language of Nigeria is?
English
The ICPC was established in what year?
2003
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was carved out from which two states?
Niger and Plateau
Who is the current NNPC Managing Director?
Bashir Bayo Ojulari, appointed in 2025.
What is the capital of Osun State?
Osogbo
The creation of the six geopolitical zones was done during the regime of?
Gen. Sani Abacha
Which state capital is the largest in Nigeria by population?
Lagos
Who is the current EFCC Chairman?
Olanipekun Olukoyede, appointed in 2023.
The concept of "Federal Character" is meant to promote?
Unity and fairness
What is the main source of revenue for most Local Governments in Nigeria?
Statutory Allocation
Which state is known as the "Sunshine State"?
Ondo
The Nigerian Civil War lasted from which years?
1967-1970
What is the capital of Niger State?
Minna
Which Nigerian won the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Wole Soyinka
When was the Federal Capital Territory Abuja created?
February 3, 1976, by the Murtala Mohammed administration.
What is the capital of Imo State?
Owerri
Which state is known as the "Pace Setter State"?
Oyo
Which river is known as "The River of Life" in Nigeria?
River Niger
What does the Eagle on the Nigerian Coat of Arms represent?
Strength
What is the name of Nigeria’s central bank?
Central Bank of Nigeria
How many states are in the North-West geopolitical zone?
7
What is the main purpose of the Constitution?
To protect the rights of citizens
The Nigerian Defence Academy is located in which city?
Kaduna
The Niger River and Benue River meet at which state?
Kogi
What is the main duty of the Nigeria Customs Service?
Border security and revenue collection
The executive head of an LGA is called?
Chairman
Which geopolitical zone has the most international borders?
North East
Which geopolitical zone has the highest population density?
South West
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is?
Written and Rigid
What does NOSDRA stand for?
National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency.
Which state has the highest number of Local Government Areas?
Kano
Which organization regulates drugs in Nigeria?
NAFDAC
The smallest LGA in Nigeria by land area is believed to be in which state?
Lagos
What is the constitutional role of the President of Nigeria?
Head of State and Head of Government
The Obudu Cattle Ranch is located in which state?
Cross River
What was the first capital city of Nigeria?
Calabar (1884–1906), then Lagos (1906–1991), then Abuja (1991–present).
Which state is called the "Salt of the Nation"?
Ebonyi
Which state is known as the "Land of Equity"?
Kebbi
What is the main function of the EFCC?
To fight corruption
How many members make up the Federal Executive Council?
Depends on the President
What is the name of Nigeria’s legislative chambers?
National Assembly
What is the largest desert in Nigeria?
Sahara Desert
How many Local Government Areas (LGAs) are there in Nigeria?
774
Which institution issues Nigerian passports?
Immigration Service
Who is Nigeria's first female author?
Flora Nwapa, author of Efuru (1966).
Which state has the longest coastline in Nigeria?
Rivers
Which of these is NOT a function of Local Government?
Issuance of international passport
The National Assembly consists of?
Senate and House of Representatives
The Nigerian Civil Service Commission is headed by?
The Head of Service
What is the capital of Federal Capital Territory (FCT)?
Abuja
What is the capital of Sokoto State?
Sokoto
Who is the current Chief of Defence Staff?
General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede.
What is the main function of the Central Bank of Nigeria?
Both A and B
What is the capital of Adamawa State?
Yola
Who is the current INEC Chairman?
Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, appointed in 2025.
Which Nigerian agency handles disasters?
NEMA
How many LGAs are in Lagos State?
20
Which state is known as the "State of Harmony"?
Kwara
What is the supreme law of Nigeria?
The Constitution
The Nigeria Immigration Service is responsible for?
Border control
Which organization manages electricity in Nigeria?
DisCos
Which state has the highest number of tertiary institutions?
Ogun
Who was the first indigenous speaker of the House of Representatives?
Jaja Wachuku, in 1959.
The Aso Rock is located in which city?
Abuja
Who appoints ministers in Nigeria?
President
The North Central zone is also known as which region?
Middle Belt
The National Library of Nigeria is located in?
Abuja
How many years is the tenure of the President of Nigeria?
5 years
How many local government areas are in Nigeria?
774
What is the capital of Ondo State?
Akure
Supplementary Budget is used for?
Emergency spending
Which state is the largest producer of Groundnut?
Kano
The largest mangrove swamp in the world is found in?
Niger Delta
Which state is known as the "Land of Hospitality"?
Katsina
What is the full meaning of ICPC?
Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission
What is the capital of Anambra State?
Awka
What is the capital of Bayelsa State?
Yenagoa
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
What is the capital of Nasarawa State?
Lafia
Which state is called the "Land of Virtue"?
Osun
What is the full meaning of FRSC?
Federal Road Safety Corps
What is Nigeria’s largest export product?
Oil
Which Nigerian agency fights corruption?
EFCC
Which state is known as the "Salt of the Nation"?
Ebonyi
What is Nigeria's first hydroelectric dam?
Kainji Dam, on the River Niger in Niger State, commissioned in 1968.
Which state is known as the "Centre of Excellence"?
Lagos
Which LGA is the commercial nerve centre of Lagos?
Lagos Island
Nigeria has how many international airports?
5
Which state is called the "State of Harmony"?
Kwara
Which Nigerian city is known as the "City of Twins"?
Igbo-Ora
What does the 'Y' symbol on the Nigerian coat of arms represent?
The meeting point of the River Niger and River Benue.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) was established in what year?
1973
What currency is used in Nigeria?
Naira
The largest LGA in Nigeria by land area is believed to be in which state?
Niger
What town in Nigeria is famous for plywood production?
Sapele in Delta State.
What was the second military coup in Nigeria?
The counter-coup of July 29, 1966, which brought Yakubu Gowon to power.
What is the capital of Ekiti State?
Ado-Ekiti
The ancient city of Kano is in which state?
Kano
The first capital of Nigeria was?
Calabar
Which of these is a right guaranteed by the 1999 Constitution?
Right to own property
Who was the last colonial governor before Nigeria's independence?
Sir James Robertson.
Which state capital is known as "The Ancient City"?
Benin City
Which state has 27 Local Government Areas?
Imo
Which state is called the "Gateway State"?
Ogun
How many federal universities are in Nigeria (approx.)?
Over 50 federal universities as of 2024.
Groundnut is mostly produced in which part of Nigeria?
North East
What is the capital of Benue State?
Makurdi
The longest bridge in Nigeria is?
Third Mainland Bridge
What does ECOMOG stand for?
Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group.
The North East geopolitical zone is known for?
Insurgency challenges
How many Local Government Areas are in Rivers State?
23
Nigeria exported its first oil from which field?
The Oloibiri oil field, in February 1958.
Who is the head of a Local Government Area in Nigeria?
Chairman
Which state has the highest number of Local Government Areas?
Kano
The city of Enugu is known for what mineral?
Coal
Which state was created in 1991 from old Anambra and Imo States?
All of the above
What is the capital of Taraba State?
Jalingo
Which zone has the highest number of states?
North West
Which state is the largest by land area?
Niger
Which state has the highest number of universities in Nigeria?
Ogun
Who has the power to declare a state of emergency in Nigeria?
The President with approval of National Assembly
Which organ of government is responsible for making laws?
Legislature
The National Anthem has how many stanzas?
2
Which state is famous for Tin mining?
Plateau
Who stopped the killing of twins in Nigeria?
Mary Slessor, a Scottish missionary who worked in Calabar.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has how many Area Councils?
6
How many LGAs are in Kano State?
44
Which geopolitical zone has the highest number of LGAs?
North West
What is the capital of Enugu State?
Enugu
The River Niger enters Nigeria from which country?
Niger Republic
What is the capital of Zamfara State?
Gusau
Which zone is known as the commercial and industrial hub of Nigeria?
South West
What do the two horses on the Nigerian coat of arms represent?
Dignity.
Which geopolitical zone is the largest by land area?
North West
What is the name of Nigeria’s national football team?
Super Eagles
Which state is known as the "Food Basket of the Nation"?
Benue
Who is responsible for road safety in Nigeria?
FRSC
Which state is known as the "Land of Promise"?
Akwa Ibom
Which geopolitical zone has the longest coastline?
South South
Which geopolitical zone has the least number of states?
South East
What is the capital of Plateau State?
Jos
Which state has only 13 Local Government Areas?
Bayelsa
Which state is known as the "Fountain of Knowledge"?
Ekiti
Which zone includes Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi?
South East
When was the Aba Women's Riot?
1929, protesting against British taxation policies.
The National Theatre is located in which state?
Lagos
Which Nigerian author wrote "Things Fall Apart"?
Chinua Achebe
Which is the first TV station in Nigeria?
Western Nigeria Government Broadcasting Corporation (WNTV), launched in 1959.