General Cadres – Grade Level 12

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Questions 1 to 10
Questions 11 to 20
Questions 11 to 30
Questions 31 to 40
Questions 41 to 50
Questions 51 to 60
Questions 61 to 70

GENERAL CADRES – GRADE LEVEL 12

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Questions 1 – 10

The National Action Plan 2022-2026 has 5 thematic areas, which one of these mentioned in the option is not a thematic area?

a) Protection and Assistance

b) Research and Assessment, Data Management and Statistics/ Monitoring and Evaluation

c) Policy and Planning

d) Partnership and Coordination

The following are objectives of the Standard Operational Procedure in handling of cases by NAPTIP officers. Identify the odd one.

a) To provide a checklist for the processing of cases from Investigation to Prosecution;

b) To Provide checks and balances that will ensure timely investigation and filing of cases in court;

c) To provide guidance for Judges in handling trafficking in persons cases;

d) To provide guides for the operation of case teams.

Which demographic in Nigeria is most vulnerable to being trafficked?

a) Elderly individuals and males

b) Women and children and adolescents

c) Working professionals

d) Wealthy individuals

One of the following is not a personal risk of human trafficking.

a. It results in personal health risks

b. It results in death of victim.

c. It undermines human capital development

d. It violates the human rights of its victim.

What is the full meaning of CEDAW?

a. Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women.

b. Communication Elimination of Discrimination Against Women.

c. Convention of Eligible Discriminated Women.

d. Convention for Discrimination Elimination Against Women.

The following are the four cardinal principles of human rights, except one.

a. Inalienability.

b. Appreciatability.

c. Universality.

d. Indivisibility.

According to the NAPTIP Code of Conduct on Anti-Corruption, all of the options below are common corruption problems in public service except one, which one?

a. Administrative Delay.

b. Conflict of Interest.

c. Indebtedness and Difficult Financial Situation.

d. Lateness.

List three distinctive differences between TIP and SOM.

a. Consent – Exploitation – Transnationality.

b. Adaptability – Source – Transit.

c. Destination – Expectation – Consent.

d. Universality – Nationhood – Amalgamation.

List four powers of NAPTIP according to TIPPEA 2015.

a. Seize, Arrest, Detain, and Prosecute.

b. Slap, Seize, Arrest, and Drag.

c. Unwind, Collusion, Prosecute, and Export.

d. Drag, Reprimand, Indulge, and Accept.

What are the three investigative approaches used in Human Trafficking cases?

a. Intercept, Interrupt, and Prosecute.

b. Proactive, Reactive, and Disruptive.

c. Collaboration, Workshop, and Symposium.

d. Arrest, Detain, and Jail.

Questions 11 – 20

Under the TIPPEA Act, 2015, NAPTIP’s statutory mandate extends beyond criminal justice enforcement to include:

A. Exclusive jurisdiction over transnational organized crime cases

B. Comprehensive investigation, victim protection, rehabilitation, and policy coordination with stakeholders

C. Provision of financial compensation in lieu of prosecution

D. Sole authority over immigration compliance at Nigerian borders

A Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), in the context of NAPTIP’s partnership framework, is best described as:

A. A public health unit primarily addressing epidemic outbreaks

B. An integrated service hub providing forensic medical care, psychosocial support, legal advice, and referral mechanisms for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence

C. A government-run IDP resettlement shelter under humanitarian law

D. A prosecutorial directorate under the Federal Ministry of Justice

What is SEA?

a. Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

b. Sexual exploitation and Assault

c. sexual exploitation and abuses

Which of the following best captures the systemic impact of human trafficking on national development?

A. Reduction in recurrent government expenditure through migration

B. Facilitation of cross-border trade in unregulated markets

C. Entrenchment of organized crime networks, erosion of human capital, and violation of fundamental rights

D. Expansion of legal migration corridors under bilateral agreements

Which of the following is not the Powers of NAPTIP under the TIPPEA Act 2015?

a. Power to enter into any premises, property or conveyance for the purpose of conducting searches.

b. Power to kill any suspect who attempts to run away from custody.

c. Power to investigate all cases of trafficking under this act .

d. Power to arrest, detain, and prosecute offences.

Which of the investigative options falls under the following tactics? • Constant law enforcement raids • Temporary closure of borders • Closure of suspects venues of exploitation like brothels • Regular interception of suspected traffickers and potential. • Revocation of licenses for premises suspected to being used for human trafficking activities.

a. Proactive Option

b. Disruptive Option

c. Reactive Option

d. Surveillance Option.

The strategic objective of the NAPTIP Code of Conduct on Anti-Corruption is to:

A. Streamline inter-ministerial budgeting for trafficking interventions

B. Institutionalize ethics, transparency, and accountability to mitigate vulnerabilities to corruption within anti-trafficking operations

C. Establish financial incentives for non-state actors contributing to victim rehabilitation

D. Reduce pending trafficking cases in the judicial system through administrative discretion

Which of the following is NAPTIP’s operational strategies has with providing immediate and long-term support to victims?

a. Protection

b. Prevention

c. Policy

d. Prosecution.

Which of the following most accurately reflects the core innovation of NAPTIP’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Investigation and Prosecution?

A. Incorporation of a victim-centered and trauma-informed methodology ensuring evidentiary integrity while safeguarding survivors

B. Limitation of inter-agency cooperation to reduce duplication of roles

C. Fast-tracking trials by subordinating witness protection obligations

D. Avoidance of specialized referral pathways such as SARCs and NGOs

What is the primary international legal framework addressing human trafficking?

a. The Hague Convention

b. The United Nations Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime

c. The Geneva Convention

d. The Rome Statute

Questions 21 – 30

Which of the following is NOT an indicator of human trafficking?

A. Lack of personal identification documents

B. Freedom to leave the workplace at will

C. Working under threat or coercion

D. Poor living and working conditions

The 16 Days Activism is celebrated between which month

a. July and June

b. October and September

c. December and November

d. November and December

What is a key step in identifying a victim of human trafficking?

A) Checking immigration status

B) Observing behavioral and physical signs of exploitation

C) Looking for expensive belongings

D) Monitoring social media activities

List four powers of NAPTIP according to TIPPEA 2015.

a. Seize, Arrest, Detain, and Prosecute.

b. Slap, Seize, Arrest, and Drag.

c. Unwind, Collusion, Prosecute, and Export.

d. Drag, Reprimand, Indulge, and Accept.

The following are the four cardinal principles of human rights, except one.

a. Inalienability.

b. Appreciatability.

c. Universality.

d. Indivisibility

How many offence are provided in the VAPP Act, 2015

a. 14

b. 21

c. 26

d. 24

The followings are associated with the VAPP Department except

a. Hi-MAT

b. SPARC

c. WAPIS

In many cases of human trafficking, how are victims recruited?

A) Through personal referrals and coercion

B) By posting job offers in high-profile companies

C) Through government agencies

D) By offering legitimate scholarships

What is the primary international legal framework addressing human trafficking?

a. The Hague Convention

b. The United Nations Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime

c. The Geneva Convention

d. The Rome Statute

What is the primary international agreement to combat human trafficking?

A) The Geneva Convention

B) The Palermo Protocol

C) The Kyoto Protocol

D) The Rome Statute

Questions 31 – 40

According to the Public Service Rules (PSR), the compulsory retirement age for public servants is:

A. 60 years or 30 years of service

B. 65 years or 40 years of service

C. 60 years or 35 years of service

D. 55 years or 25 years of service

Study leave without pay may be granted for:

A. In-service training

B. Courses not in the MDA’s training plan

C. Compulsory exams

D. Sabbatical appointments

In official communication, minutes are written to:

A. Keep records of discussions

B. Approve leave requests

C. Authorize payments

D. Process promotions 【Civil Service Handbook】

The PSR stipulates that an officer on probation must serve for a period of:

A. 1 year

B. 2 years

C. 3 years

D. 6 months

Serious misconduct under the PSR may lead to:

A. Suspension

B. Interdiction

C. Dismissal

D. Promotion

An officer cannot be appointed if he/she is a member of:

A. A professional association

B. A cooperative society

C. A secret society

D. An alumni group

Paternity leave is granted for how many working days?

A. 5 working days

B. 7 working days

C. 14 working days

D. 21 working days【Q3 – Computation of Leave Circular】

Virtual meetings in the Service must comply with:

A. Security of Government Data

B. Freedom of Information Act

C. Private IT regulations

D. Labour laws

Which of the following is considered misconduct under the PSR?

A. Prompt attendance to duty

B. Wearing official uniform

C. Hawking merchandise on duty

D. Submitting annual performance reports

An officer hospitalized may initially be granted sick leave for:

A. 1 month

B. 2 months

C. 3 months

D. 6 months

Questions 41 – 50

Before disciplining an officer, the first step is to:

A. Suspend the officer

B. Dismiss the officer

C. Issue a query

D. Report to the EFCC

An officer on annual leave is entitled to:

A. Full emoluments

B. Half emoluments

C. Leave without pay

D. Allowances only

Interdiction means:

A. Temporary suspension with half pay

B. Dismissal from Service

C. Retirement in public interest

D. Transfer to another Ministry

Which of these is NOT a recognized allowance in the PSR?

A. Call Duty Allowance

B. Hazard Allowance

C. Hardship Allowance

D. Overtime Allowance

Misconduct is defined in PSR as:

A. General inefficiency

B. Specific improper behaviour

C. Transfer refusal

D. Medical incapacity

Hotel accommodation allowance is payable for how many days?

A. 7 days

B. 14 days

C. 28 days

D. 30 days

Which body considers petitions and appeals in the Service?

A. Federal Civil Service Commission

B. OHCSF

C. NLC

D. EFCC

Duty Tour Allowance is payable when:

A. An officer is on official journey

B. An officer is on annual leave

C. An officer is on study leave

D. An officer is promoted

Sabbatical leave must be approved by:

A. Permanent Secretary

B. OHCSF

C. Civil Service Commission

D. National Assembly

Acting allowance is payable when:

A. An officer assumes higher duties temporarily

B. An officer goes on leave

C. An officer is transferred

D. An officer is promoted

Questions 51 – 60

A parastatal is defined as:

A. Private company

B. Government-owned organization

C. International agency

D. NGO

An officer seconded to an international body shall not exceed how many years?

A. 2 years

B. 4 years

C. 5 years

D. 6 years

During secondment, which organization pays the officer’s salary?

A. Releasing MDA

B. Receiving MDA

C. OHCSF

D. Civil Service Commission

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation is responsible for:

A. Financial Regulations

B. Managing Federal Civil Service

C. Passing laws

D. State public service

Who recommends officers for promotion to the post of Permanent Secretary?

A. Head of Service

B. President

C. Minister

D. FCSC alone

Which of the following is classified as misconduct?

A. Punctuality

B. Dress code violation

C. Hard work

D. Training attendance

Who has authority to approve medical check-ups abroad for GL 12–15 officers?

A. Permanent Secretary

B. Head of the Civil Service

C. Civil Service Commission

D. The President

Kilometer allowance is granted for:

A. Air travel

B. Road journeys by car

C. Foreign trips

D. Water transport

Promotion in the Civil Service is based primarily on:

A. Years of service alone

B. Merit and vacancies

C. Age and qualification

D. Seniority only

The cut-off mark for promotion examinations in the Federal Civil Service is:

A. 50%

B. 55%

C. 60%

D. 65%

Questions 61 – 70

In 2024, Nigeria officially launched its first national electric vehicle policy. What is the main goal of this policy?

A. To expand oil refining capacity

B. To promote green transportation and reduce carbon emissions

C. To increase customs revenue on imported vehicles

D. To create a regional railway hub in West Africa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared state of emergency in Rivers State on which of these dates?

a. Monday 17th March, 2025

b. Tuesday 18th March, 2025

c. Wednesday 19th March, 2025

d. Thursday 20th March, 2025

In 2024, Nigeria officially launched its first national electric vehicle policy. What is the main goal of this policy?

A. To expand oil refining capacity

B. To promote green transportation and reduce carbon emissions

C. To increase customs revenue on imported vehicles

D. To create a regional railway hub in West Africa

When and where was the organisation of African Unity (OAU) renamed African Union (AU)?

a. 29th May 2002, in South Africa.

b. 1st October 1960, in Ghana.

c. 29th May 1999, in Nigeria.

d. 10th December 2024, in Liberia

Which country is Nigeria’s largest trading partner?

A) China

B) United States

C) South Africa

D) India

In what year was the United Nations established?

a. 1945.

b. 1949.

c. 1901.

d. 1900.

What was Team Nigeria’s overall outcome at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games?

A. Nigeria won medals primarily in Wrestling and Athletics

B. Nigeria won medals mainly in Swimming and Cycling

C. Nigeria did not win any Olympic medals at Paris 2024

D. Nigeria won medals primarily in Gymnastics and Rowing

Which Nigerian Federal Institution had its newly appointed management upturned within days of announcement?

a) National Emergency Management Authority (NEMA)

b) National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE)

c) Nigeria Television Authority (NTA)

d) National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to:

A. Reduce barriers and increase intra-African trade

B. Replace the United Nations in Africa

C. Abolish the use of foreign currencies in Africa

D. Establish a single African constitution

Which African country successfully mediated the peace agreement that ended the 2023 Sudan conflict?

A. Kenya

B. South Africa

C. Egypt

D. Ethiopia