Government Post UTME past questions and answers

Government Post UTME past questions and answers

Here are 20 questions with options and answers:

What is the main purpose of the Nigerian Constitution?

A) To establish a monarchy

B) To promote justice and the rule of law

C) To encourage religious discrimination

D) To support military rule

Answer: B

Which of the following is NOT a tier of government in Nigeria?

A) Federal

B) State

C) Local

D) Regional

Answer: D

In a presidential system of government, the executive is separate from the legislature. True or False?

Answer: True

Who is the current President of Nigeria as of my knowledge cutoff date in January 2022?

A) Muhammadu Buhari

B) Goodluck Jonathan

C) Olusegun Obasanjo

D) Umaru Yar'Adua

Answer: A

What is the term of office for a member of the Nigerian House of Representatives?

A) 4 years

B) 6 years

C) 8 years

D) 10 years

Answer: A

What is the primary responsibility of the judiciary in a democracy?

A) Enacting laws

B) Interpreting and applying the laws

C) Making foreign policy decisions

D) Collecting taxes

Answer: B

Which of the following political parties is one of the major parties in Nigeria?

A) Green Party

B) Labour Party

C) Democratic People's Congress (DPC)

D) All Progressives Congress (APC)

Answer: D

What is the minimum voting age in Nigeria?

A) 16 years

B) 18 years

C) 21 years

D) 25 years

Answer: B

What is the legislative arm of government responsible for?

A) Implementing policies

B) Making laws

C) Conducting foreign affairs

D) Enforcing court judgments

Answer: B

Who has the power to declare war in Nigeria?

A) The President

B) The Chief Justice

C) The Speaker of the House of Representatives

D) The Governor of a State

Answer: A

The principle of "separation of powers" is central to which form of government?

A) Parliamentary

B) Presidential

C) Monarchial

D) Dictatorship

Answer: B

What is the fundamental law of a country known as?

A) Legislation

B) Constitution

C) Executive order

D) By-law

Answer: B

What is the upper chamber of the Nigerian National Assembly called?

A) House of Representatives

B) Senate

C) State House of Assembly

D) Executive Council

Answer: B

Which organ of government is responsible for making and implementing policies?

A) Legislature

B) Judiciary

C) Executive

D) Civil Society

Answer: C

Who is the head of a local government in Nigeria?

A) Governor

B) President

C) Local Government Chairman

D) Traditional Ruler

Answer: C

How many geopolitical zones are there in Nigeria?

A) 4

B) 5

C) 6

D) 7

Answer: C

In a democratic system, who is responsible for representing the interests of the people?

A) The Judiciary

B) The Executive

C) The Legislature

D) The Military

Answer: C

What is the minimum voting age for a presidential election in Nigeria?

A) 16 years

B) 18 years

C) 21 years

D) 25 years

Answer: B

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the law in Nigeria?

A) Executive

B) Legislative

C) Judiciary

D) Military

Answer: C

What is the primary function of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria?

A) Providing education services

B) Investigating and prosecuting financial crimes

C) Managing national parks

D) Promoting cultural heritage

Answer: B