2022 - JAMB Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1

Option B is the correct answer. 

The highest authority in the Yoruba kingdom is the Oba. He is popularly known as the Alaafin of Oyo. He serves as the political and spiritual of the Oyo kingdom. 

Option A is the correct answer. 

The phrase "Unity in diversity" emphasizes unity among individuals with diverse cultural, religious beliefs, social status, and demographic differences. In Nigeria, a nation with a large population, people with diverse beliefs, traditions, and religions coexist.

The correct answer is **C. menbership from at least 12 states**. Here's why: * **Constitutional Requirements:** The constitution of Nigeria outlines specific criteria that political parties must meet to be registered. These requirements aim to ensure that parties have a broad base of support and operate nationally. * **Membership Base:** A key requirement is demonstrating a significant presence across the country. This is achieved by having registered members in a substantial number of states. * **Other Options:** * **A. provision for review of party manifesto:** While a party manifesto is important, its review is not a core constitutional requirement for registration. * **B. offices in at least 12 states:** Having offices in a certain number of states is a requirement, but not the

Option A is the correct answer. 

There are 15 members of the Security Council, with 5 permanent members having veto power.

Option D is the correct answer. 

The oversight function is performed by the legislative branch of government. The legislative branch is responsible for making laws and overseeing the implementation of those laws by the executive branch.

Option B is the correct answer. 

Before the emergence of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) as a regional body, Nigeria belonged to the Monrovia Group. The Monrovia Group was one of two regional groupings of African states during the Cold War period, the other being the Casablanca Group.

The Monrovia Group consisted of countries that sought to promote cooperation and unity among African states and promote their interests in the international community.

Option C is the correct answer. 

The right to vote is a political right of a citizen to participate in the election of his/her government representatives, making it a cornerstone of democratic societies. It enables citizens to have a say in the decision-making process and hold their elected officials accountable.

Option C is the correct answer. 

The right to a fair hearing is a fundamental feature of the rule of law. It requires that an accused person be given the opportunity to present evidence and arguments in their defense and to have an impartial decision-maker determine the outcome of their case.

Option A is the correct answer. 

The first Legislative Council in Nigeria was established by the Clifford Constitution in 1922. And this was a significant milestone in the constitutional development of Nigeria. 

Option C is the correct answer. 

An absolute majority electoral system requires a candidate to receive more than 50% of the votes in order to win. This means that a candidate must receive a clear and decisive mandate from the voters, rather than just a simple plurality, which is the most votes, but not necessarily a majority. This type of system helps ensure that the winner has broad support and legitimacy.