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1.

NECO simply means?
- A.
  
  Nigeria Examination Council
- B.
  
  National Examinations Council
- C.
  
  Natural Economic Corporation
- D.
  
  Nigeria Examinations Corporation
Correct Answer
B. National Examinations Council

Explanation
The correct answer is National Examinations Council. NECO stands for National Examinations Council, which is an examination body in Nigeria responsible for conducting the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the General Certificate in Education (GCE) examinations. It is an autonomous organization that was established to assess and certify the academic achievements of secondary school students in Nigeria.

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2.

NECO served one of the following regions?
- A.
  
  Gambia
- B.
  
  Cameroon
- C.
  
  Nigeria
- D.
  
  Togo
Correct Answer
C. Nigeria

Explanation
NECO (National Examinations Council) is a Nigerian examination body that conducts secondary school examinations in Nigeria. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that NECO serves the region of Nigeria.

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3.

NECO was formed in the year?
- A.
  
  1997
- B.
  
  1998
- C.
  
  1999
- D.
  
  2000
Correct Answer
C. 1999

Explanation
The correct answer is 1999 because NECO, which stands for the National Examinations Council, was established by the Nigerian government in April 1999. It was created to conduct and regulate national examinations in Nigeria, including the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE).

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4.

The name of NECO chairman is?
- A.
  
  Attiru Jega
- B.
  
  Tunde Omidina
- C.
  
  Prof. Charles Uwakwe
- D.
  
  Biola Oloyede
Correct Answer
C. Prof. Charles Uwakwe

Explanation
The correct answer is Prof. Charles Uwakwe. This suggests that Prof. Charles Uwakwe is the current chairman of NECO.

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5.

NECO was created in the month of?
- A.
  
  March
- B.
  
  April
- C.
  
  July
- D.
  
  August
Correct Answer
B. April

Explanation
NECO was created in the month of April.

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6.

NECO was created by the former Head of State?
- A.
  
  Nnamdi Azikwe
- B.
  
  Olusegun Obasanjo
- C.
  
  Abdulsalami Abubakar
- D.
  
  Ibrahim Babangida
Correct Answer
C. Abdulsalami Abubakar

Explanation
Abdulsalami Abubakar is the correct answer because he was the Head of State of Nigeria from 1998 to 1999. He assumed office after the sudden death of General Sani Abacha and played a crucial role in the transition to civilian rule in Nigeria. During his tenure, he initiated several political and economic reforms, including the establishment of the National Electoral Commission (NECO) in 1999. Therefore, Abdulsalami Abubakar is the most likely candidate to have created NECO.

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7.

NECO has how many departments?
- A.
  
  Five
- B.
  
  Six
- C.
  
  Three
- D.
  
  Four
Correct Answer
B. Six

Explanation
The correct answer is Six. This suggests that NECO has six departments.

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8.

Which continent is Nigeria located?
- A.
  
  Europe
- B.
  
  North America
- C.
  
  Africa
- D.
  
  Asia
Correct Answer
C. Africa

Explanation
Nigeria is located in Africa. It is a country located in West Africa and is the most populous country in Africa. It shares borders with several other African countries including Benin, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon. Nigeria is known for its diverse culture, rich history, and natural resources such as oil.

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9.

Nigeria has how many states?
- A.
  
  37
- B.
  
  36
- C.
  
  39
- D.
  
  40
Correct Answer
B. 36

Explanation
Nigeria is divided into 36 states, which is the correct answer. Each state has its own government and is further divided into local government areas. This division helps in the effective governance and administration of the country, allowing for better representation and distribution of resources.

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10.

What is the name of the President of Nigeria?
- A.
  
  Nnamdi Azikwe
- B.
  
  Mohammed Buhari
- C.
  
  Good luck Jonathan
- D.
  
  Patience Jonathan
Correct Answer
B. Mohammed Buhari

Explanation
Mohammed Buhari is the correct answer because he is the current President of Nigeria. As of 2021, Buhari has been serving as the President since 2015. He was re-elected for a second term in 2019. Buhari's presidency has been marked by efforts to tackle corruption, improve security, and stimulate economic growth in Nigeria. Therefore, out of the given options, Mohammed Buhari is the most accurate answer.

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