Legal and Prosecution – 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

LEGAL AND PROSECUTION – LEVEL 12

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Questions 1 – 10

Joinder of parties permitted when:

A. The defendants are from the same state

B. Same transaction or issues involved

C. Counsel desires

D. It is more convenient for the prosecution

Bail in capital offences lies with:

A. Magistrate

B. Police

C. High Court

D. Customary Court

Federal character principle is enshrined in:

A. Police Act

B. Section 14(3) of the 1999 Constitution

C. Evidence Act

D. Laws of the Federation of Nigeria

A remand application must be supported by:

A. Oral plea

B. Affidavit showing probable cause

C. Police only

D. Counsel’s letter

Burden of proof generally lies on:

A. Prosecution

B. Defendant

C. Judge

D. Police

Judicial notice can be taken of:

A. Private letters

B. Public holidays

C. Market prices

D. Personal secrets

Oral evidence is excluded when:

A. Witness is literate

B. The witness is incoherent

C. Document is required by law

D. Judge insists

Minimum educational qualification for governorship candidate:

A. PhD

B. Bachelor’s degree

C. School Certificate level or equivalent

D. OND

Which is NOT subject to search?

A. Vehicles

B. Houses

C. Containers

D. Human body without consent/order

Superior courts of record include all except:

A. Supreme Court

B. Court of Appeal

C. Customary Court of Appeal of an Area Council

D. Federal High Court

Questions 11 – 20

Interlocutory injunction is granted to:

A. Determine substantive rights

B. Preserve the res pending determination of the case

C. End proceedings

D. Compel judgment

The maxim, equity looks to the intent rather than the form means:

A. Equity prioritizes substance over technicalities

B. Equity is blind

C. Equity ignores intention

D. Equity only applies to procedure

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.

List three distinctive differences between TIP and SOM.

a. Consent – Exploitation – Transnationality.

b. Adaptability – Source – Transit.

c. Destination – Expectation – Consent.

d. Universality – Nationhood – Amalgamation.

Confessional statements are admissible if:

A. Obtained by force

B. Obtained by inducement

C. Made voluntarily

D. Made after conviction

Service outside jurisdiction requires:

A. Consent of defendant

B. Consent of police

C. Leave of court

D. Consent of registry clerk

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.

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.

Under the ACJA, which of the following officials can initiate plea bargain negotiations?

A. The defendant only

B. The prosecutor only

C. Either the prosecutor or the defendant

D. The trial judge

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.

Questions 21 – 30

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

a. Inalienability.

b. Appreciatability.

c. Universality.

d. Indivisibility.

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 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 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.

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

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

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】

An officer hospitalized may initially be granted sick leave for:

A. 1 month

B. 2 months

C. 3 months

D. 6 months

Serious misconduct under the PSR may lead to:

A. Suspension

B. Interdiction

C. Dismissal

D. Promotion

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

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】

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

Questions 41 – 50

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

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

Misconduct is defined in PSR as:

A. General inefficiency

B. Specific improper behaviour

C. Transfer refusal

D. Medical incapacity

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

Interdiction means:

A. Temporary suspension with half pay

B. Dismissal from Service

C. Retirement in public interest

D. Transfer to another Ministry

Sabbatical leave must be approved by:

A. Permanent Secretary

B. OHCSF

C. Civil Service Commission

D. National Assembly

Which body considers petitions and appeals in the Service?

A. Federal Civil Service Commission

B. OHCSF

C. NLC

D. EFCC

Hotel accommodation allowance is payable for how many days?

A. 7 days

B. 14 days

C. 28 days

D. 30 days

An officer on annual leave is entitled to:

A. Full emoluments

B. Half emoluments

C. Leave without pay

D. Allowances only

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

A. Call Duty Allowance

B. Hazard Allowance

C. Hardship Allowance

D. Overtime Allowance

Questions 51 – 60

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

Which of the following is classified as misconduct?

A. Punctuality

B. Dress code violation

C. Hard work

D. Training attendance

Kilometer allowance is granted for:

A. Air travel

B. Road journeys by car

C. Foreign trips

D. Water transport

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

A. Releasing MDA

B. Receiving MDA

C. OHCSF

D. Civil Service Commission

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

A. 50%

B. 55%

C. 60%

D. 65%

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

A. Head of Service

B. President

C. Minister

D. FCSC alone

A parastatal is defined as:

A. Private company

B. Government-owned organization

C. International agency

D. NGO

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

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

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

Questions 61 – 70

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)

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

Which country is Nigeria’s largest trading partner?

A) China

B) United States

C) South Africa

D) India

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

A. Kenya

B. South Africa

C. Egypt

D. Ethiopia

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

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

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

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

In what year was the United Nations established?

a. 1945.

b. 1949.

c. 1901.

d. 1900.

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