All Questions & Answers
Who is the current Governor of Niger State?
Mohammed Umar Bago
Who is the current Deputy Governor of Niger State?
Comrade Yakubu Garba
Who is the current Speaker of Niger State House of Assembly?
Abdulmalik Sarkin-Daji
Who is the current Chief Judge of Niger State?
Justice Halima Ibrahim Abdulmalik
Who represents Niger North Senatorial District?
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello (Lolo)
Who is the Commissioner for Agriculture in Niger State?
Musa Bawa Bosso
Who represents Niger East Senatorial District?
Senator Mohammed Sani Musa
Who is the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Niger State?
Binta Mamman
Who represents Niger South Senatorial District?
Senator Peter Jiya Ndalikali
Who is the Commissioner for Education in Niger State?
Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed
What is the capital of Niger State?
Minna
What is Niger State nicknamed as?
The Power State
When was Niger State created?
February 3, 1976
Which states was Niger State carved out from?
North-Western State
How many Local Government Areas (LGAs) are in Niger State?
25
Who created Niger State?
General Murtala Muhammed
Which geopolitical zone does Niger State belong to?
North-Central
Who was the first military governor of Niger State?
Colonel Murtala Nyako (February 1976 - December 1977)
Who was the first civilian governor of Niger State?
Alhaji Awwal Ibrahim (1979-1983)
What is unique about Niger State's size in Nigeria?
It is the largest state in Nigeria by land area
What is the land mass of Niger State?
86,000 square kilometers
Name three major ethnic groups in Niger State
Nupe, Gbagyi, Hausa, Fulani, and Kamuku
Which colonial capital was located in Niger State?
Zungeru (former capital of Northern Nigeria)
What historical significance does Baro Port have?
It was a major river port during colonial times for trade
What is the main economic base of Niger State?
Agriculture and hydroelectric power generation
Name three major towns in Niger State
Minna, Bida, Suleja, Kontagora, and Lapai
Which states border Niger State?
Zamfara, Kebbi, Kaduna, FCT, Kogi, Kwara, and international border with Benin Republic
What is the estimated population of Niger State?
Over 6.7 million people
Which major dams are located in Niger State?
Kainji Dam, Shiroro Dam, and Zungeru Dam
What percentage of Nigeria's hydroelectric power is generated in Niger State?
Over 60%
What is the name of the main stadium in Niger State?
Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna
Which football club is based in Niger State?
Niger Tornadoes FC
In which year did Governor Mohammed Bago assume office?
May 29, 2023
What is Governor Bago's developmental agenda called?
New Niger Agenda
Which emirate is the traditional headquarters of the Nupe Kingdom?
Bida Emirate
What is Bida famous for producing?
Brass works and glass bangle industry
What is the traditional title of the ruler of Bida?
Etsu Nupe
Which famous historical structure exists in Zungeru?
Lord Lugard Colonial ruins and old Government House
What makes Kainji National Park significant?
It is the largest national park in Nigeria
Which river flows through Niger State?
River Niger and River Kaduna
What crops is Niger State known for producing?
Rice, sorghum, maize, yam, cassava, and groundnut
Which federal university is located in Niger State?
Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)
What year was Kainji Dam commissioned?
1968
Which ancient trade route passed through Niger State?
Trans-Saharan trade route
What is Suleja's proximity to Abuja?
Just north of Abuja (about 40km from city center)
Name a prominent politician from Niger State
General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (former military president)
What mineral resources are found in Niger State?
Gold, talc, iron ore, lead, and zinc
Which local government in Niger State shares border with Benin Republic?
Borgu Local Government Area
What is the capacity of Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Station?
700 Megawatts
When was Zungeru Dam commissioned?
2023
What wildlife can be found in Kainji National Park?
Elephants, buffalo, hippopotamus, lions, and various antelopes
Which emirate in Niger State was founded by Usman dan Fodio's followers?
Kontagora Emirate
What is the historical significance of Lapai?
Home of Etsu Nupe and an ancient Nupe settlement
Which railway line connects to Baro Port?
The Northern railway line from Minna (155 km)
What agricultural program is Niger State known for?
Large-scale mechanized rice farming
Name the largest local government in Niger State by area
Borgu Local Government Area
What traditional craft is Bida internationally known for?
Brass and metal works (dukkuwa)
Which institution trains electricity workers in Niger State?
National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN), Minna