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This 2013 JAMB UTME Government set has 40 practice questions. Try these 5 free sample questions, tap a question to reveal the answer and explanation. Then practise the whole 2013 set with instant marking.

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1. In Nigeria's federal law-making process, what normally happens after a bill has been passed by both chambers of the National Assembly?
  1. It is referred automatically to the Supreme Court
  2. It becomes law without further action
  3. It is presented to the President for assent
  4. It is submitted to all state governors for approval

Answer: C. It is presented to the President for assent

A bill passed by both chambers is ordinarily presented to the President for assent before becoming law.

2. How many senators represent each Nigerian state in the Senate under the 1999 Constitution?
  1. Three
  2. Two
  3. Four
  4. One

Answer: A. Three

Each of Nigeria's states elects three senators, while the Federal Capital Territory elects one.

3. Who presides over the Nigerian House of Representatives?
  1. The Chief Justice of Nigeria
  2. The Senate President
  3. The Clerk of the National Assembly
  4. The Speaker

Answer: D. The Speaker

The members of the House of Representatives elect a Speaker to preside over its proceedings.

4. Which action illustrates legislative oversight of Nigeria's executive branch?
  1. A court reviews the constitutionality of a statute
  2. The Senate screens a presidential ministerial nominee
  3. A governor directs a local council
  4. A ministry prepares its annual estimates

Answer: B. The Senate screens a presidential ministerial nominee

Senate screening of ministerial nominees provides legislative scrutiny of executive appointments.

5. Which case falls within the original jurisdiction of Nigeria's Supreme Court?
  1. A dispute between two private companies over a contract
  2. An appeal from a customary court in a local government area
  3. A dispute between the Federation and a state over their legal rights
  4. A criminal trial for theft before a magistrate

Answer: C. A dispute between the Federation and a state over their legal rights

The Supreme Court has original jurisdiction in specified disputes between the Federation and states or among states.

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