Nigeria General Knowledge questions and answers

Nigeria General Knowledge Questions and Answers

General Knowledge questions are very common in job aptitude tests, scholarship exams, Post UTME and other forms of quiz and competitions in Nigeria.

Practice with these trivia questions and answers about Nigeria to prepare yourself for these tests or just for your own fun and general knowledge.

This test covers general questions on Nigerian history, politics, religion, geography, economy, entertainment and education.

156.

The second military coup d'état in Nigeria took place on

A.

January 15, 1966

B.

October 1, 1966

C.

July 29, 1966

D.

July 29, 1975

E.

February 13, 1976

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

157.

Which of these constitutions recognized local government as the third tier of government in Nigeria?

A.

The 1946 Constitution

B.

The 1960 constitution

C.

The 1963 constitution

D.

The 1979 constitution

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

158.

What does the eagle in the Nigerian coat of arms represent?

A.

Unity

B.

Vision

C.

Soaring

D.

Strength

E.

Peace

Correct answer is D

The black shield represents Nigeria’s fertile soil, while the two supporting horses or chargers on each side represent dignity. The eagle represents strength, while the green and white bands on the top of the shield represent the rich soil. The red flowers at the base are Costus spectabilis, Nigeria’s national flower.

159.

Who formed the first political party in Nigeria?

A.

Sir Ahmadu Bello

B.

Herbert Macauly

C.

Dr Namdi Azikiwe

D.

Chief Obafemi Awolowo

Correct answer is B

Olayinka Herbert Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay (14 November 1864 – 7 May 1946) was a Nigerian nationalist, politician, surveyor, engineer, architect, journalist, and musician and is considered by many Nigerians as the founder of Nigerian nationalism.

160.

Who is the youngest Governor to rule in Nigeria?

A.

Brigadier Mobolaji Johnson

B.

Mr Akinwunmi Ambode

C.

Chukwuebuka Anisiobi

D.

Commodore Adekunle Lawal

E.

Commodore Ndubuisi Kanu

Correct answer is C

Chukwuebuka Anisiobi is the youngest Governor to rule in Nigeria. He ruled at the age of 16 in Lagos State after winning the competition set by the Governor’s wife for Lagos State students on  the 6th of June 2001.