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1000+ Nigeria Current Affairs Questions & Answers (2026)
Verified · updated July 5, 2026
This is the complete Nigeria current affairs question bank — 1,039 verified questions and answers across 14 topic sections, from the 1999 Constitution and heads of state to the 36 states, the economy, sports and the latest events. All of it is free: read the questions online, or download the free PDF and study offline.
What the question bank covers
120 Government & Politics
54 Current Office Holders
120 History
60 Heads of State
151 States of the Federation
80 Geography
50 National Symbols
70 Economy
50 Education
60 Security & Defence
60 Sports
52 International Bodies
60 Awards, Firsts & Notables
52 Recent Events
1,039 questions in total · plus a full Federal Ministers table · verified & dated.
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What is the supreme law of Nigeria?
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended).
Who designed the Nigerian national flag?
Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi, whose green-white-green design won the 1959 competition.
Who served as Nigeria’s first and only Prime Minister?
Alhaji Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa.
Which empire centred around Lake Chad is often regarded as the longest-surviving in West African history?
The Kanem-Bornu Empire, lasting from about the 9th century to the 19th century.
Which ancient culture produced the terra-cotta figurines considered the earliest sculptural tradition in sub-Saharan Africa?
The Nok culture, centred on the Jos Plateau (c. 500 BC – 200 AD).
Which chapter of the 1999 Constitution guarantees Fundamental Human Rights?
Chapter IV (Sections 33–46).
In which part of Africa is Nigeria located?
West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea coast.
How many states does Nigeria have?
Thirty-six (36) states plus the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
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Frequently asked questions
How many Nigeria current affairs questions and answers are there?
Our question bank runs to 1,039 verified questions and answers across 14 topic sections, plus a full Federal Ministers table. Hundreds of them are free to read on our Questions & Answers page, and a free 348-question PDF is available to download.
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Are the questions up to date for 2026?
Yes. Every fact is verified against primary sources and carries a visible “updated” date. Time-sensitive topics (office holders, economy, recent events) are re-checked before each refresh.
What exams is this useful for?
JAMB, POST-UTME, NYSC orientation, scholarship tests, and recruitment screenings for the civil service, Nigeria Police, EFCC, Customs, Immigration, NDLEA and other federal agencies.
Can I download the current affairs questions as a PDF?
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