Legal and Prosecution – Level 15

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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 15

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Questions 1 – 10

What is the general rule regarding detention of suspects in Nigeria?

A) Suspects can be detained indefinitely

B) Suspects must be brought to court within 24 hours for non-capital offences

C) Detention beyond 48 hours is allowed for capital offences

D) Detention rules vary by state

Can a foreigner married to a Nigerian citizen apply for Nigerian citizenship?

A) Yes, through registration

B) No, marriage doesn’t confer citizenship

C) Only if they renounce original citizenship

D) After 20 years of marriage

Can laws made by the National Assembly be challenged in court in Nigeria?

A) No, they are above judicial review

B) Yes, on grounds like constitutionality

C) Only by the President

D) Only through State Houses of Assembly

What is a key innovation of ACJA 2015 regarding trial proceedings?

A) Trials are held only once a week

B) Day-to-day trial until conclusion of a case

C) Trials are conducted without lawyers

D) Trials are held in secret

Are photocopies of certified true copies of public documents admissible in Nigeria?

A) Yes, always

B) No, never

C) Yes, under certain conditions as per Magaji v. Nigerian Army

D) Only if re-certified

What is required for computer-generated documents to be admissible in Nigeria?

A) They must be signed by the maker

B) They must comply with Section 84 of the Evidence Act

C) They must be certified by a lawyer

D) They must be original documents

Who can certify public documents in Nigeria?

A) Only lawyers

B) Public officers with custody of the documents

C) Notaries public only

D) Any government official

What is a key condition for admitting a public document as evidence in Nigeria?

A) The document must be original

B) The document must be a certified true copy

C) The document must be notarized

D) The document must be witnessed

What is a key requirement for a valid affidavit in Nigeria?

A) It must be handwritten

B) It must be sworn by the deponent

C) It must be signed by a lawyer

D) It must be notarized abroad

What is a key factor considered when granting bail in Nigeria?

A) The suspect’s financial status

B) The nature and gravity of the offence

C) The suspect’s political affiliation

D) The police officer’s discretion

Questions 11 – 20

Who can initiate a bill in the Nigerian National Assembly?

A) Only the President

B) Only Senators and Representatives

C) Members of the National Assembly, Ministers, or through petitions

D) Judges of superior courts

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.

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.

How are criminal proceedings typically initiated in Nigeria?

A) By private individuals filing complaints

B) By police investigation leading to charges

C) Only through court summons

D) Through mediation

What is the general process for amending the Nigerian Constitution?

A) Simple majority vote in National Assembly

B) Two-thirds majority in National Assembly and approval by two-thirds of State Houses of Assembly

C) Presidential decree

D) Referendum only

What are the stages involved in making a law in Nigeria?

A) Drafting, reading, assent by President only

B) First reading, second reading, committee stage, third reading, presidential assent for federal laws

C) Proposal, voting, publication

D) Judicial review, executive approval

List three distinctive differences between TIP and SOM.

a. Consent – Exploitation – Transnationality.

b. Adaptability – Source – Transit.

c. Destination – Expectation – Consent.

d. Universality – Nationhood – Amalgamation.

What is required for a valid charge in Nigeria?

A) The charge must be oral

B) The charge must be in writing and specify the offence

C) The charge can be vague about the offence

D) No formal charge is needed

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.

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.

Questions 21 – 30

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 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

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 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.

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 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 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

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

a. Inalienability.

b. Appreciatability.

c. Universality.

d. Indivisibility.

Questions 31 – 40

The PSR is reviewed every:

A. 3 years

B. 4 years

C. 5 years

D. 10 years

The official retirement notice period before compulsory retirement is:

A. 3 months

B. 6 months

C. 9 months

D. 12 months

Male officers in the Public Service are entitled to:

A. No paternity leave

B. 7 working days paternity leave

C. 14 working days paternity leave

D. 21 working days paternity leave

According to PSR 040201, an increment is:

A. A promotion to a new grade level

B. A predetermined annual addition to emoluments

C. A bonus for good performance

D. An allowance for extra duty

The primary purpose of government under the 1999 Constitution is:

A. Economic prosperity

B. Security and welfare of the people

C. Law enforcement

D. Tax collection

The Nigerian Civil Service is primarily designed to:

A. Enforce laws

B. Implement government policies

C. Make laws

D. Collect taxes

Under PSR 010102, conformity with which document is mandatory?

A. Financial Regulations

B. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

C. Procurement Act

D. Establishment Circulars

According to PSR 010101, the Public Service Rules apply to which category of staff?

A. Only Permanent Secretaries

B. All officers in the Federal Public Service

C. Only officers in Parastatals

D. Contract staff only

According to PSR, unauthorized absence from duty without leave is termed:

A. Absenteeism

B. Indiscipline

C. Negligence

D. Misconduct

Which governance principle ensures institutions serve all stakeholders on time?

A. Transparency

B. Accountability

C. Responsiveness

D. Rule of Law

Questions 41 – 50

Progress reports on probationary officers are rendered every:

A. 3 months

B. 6 months

C. 12 months

D. 18 months

Who must countersign performance reports?

A. Senior Staff Committee

B. Countersigning Officer

C. Accountant-General

D. Legal Adviser

When does the Performance Management Cycle run?

A. April to March

B. January to December

C. July to June

D. October to September

Misconduct is defined under PSR as:

A. Minor irregularities

B. Criminal offences

C. Poor salary structure

D. Failure to take leave

The central coordinating body for Performance Management is domiciled in:

A. Federal Civil Service Commission

B. Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation

C. Ministry of Labour

D. Presidency

Sabbatical leave is available to officers on what minimum grade level?

a) GL 10

b) GL 12

c) GL 15

d) GL 17

According to PSR 060101, “Reward” refers to:

A. Bonus payments

B. Awards, commendations or gifts for outstanding service

C. Promotion by merit

D. Leave grant

The PMS replaced which previous reporting system?

A. Annual Confidential Report

B. Annual Performance Evaluation Report (APER)

C. Staff Audit Report

D. Competency Framework

What is the mandatory annual medical check-up provision for officers on GL 15 and above?

A. Once every two years

B. Once every year

C. Twice yearly

D. Not compulsory

Who has the final authority on confirmation of appointments in the Federal Public Service?

A. Permanent Secretary

B. Head of Civil Service

C. Federal Civil Service Commission

D. Minister

Questions 51 – 60

An officer under interdiction receives:

A. Full salary

B. Half salary

C. No salary

D. Quarter salary

Serious misconduct includes:

A. Lateness to work

B. Embezzlement of funds

C. Absence without permission (1 day)

D. Poor handwriting

Who has the authority to appoint Directors in the Federal Civil Service?

A. Head of Service

B. Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC)

C. Permanent Secretary

D. President

What is the first step when misconduct occurs?

A. Suspension

B. Issuance of a query

C. Dismissal

D. Interdiction

The period of probation is normally:

A. 1 year

B. 2 years

C. 3 years

D. 6 months

An officer dismissed from service loses:

A. Pension rights

B. Right to appeal

C. Right to gratuity only

D. Civil rights

Which authority disciplines officers on GL 07 and above?

A. Permanent Secretary

B. Federal Civil Service Commission

C. Head of Department

D. Accountant-General

Engaging in money lending as a business is classified as:

A. Permissible activity

B. Misconduct

C. Allowable only on leave

D. Normal duty

Who confirms appointments after probation?

A. Permanent Secretary

B. Federal Civil Service Commission

C. Minister

D. Departmental Head

Effective date of dismissal is:

A. Date of query

B. Date officer receives dismissal letter

C. Date of interdiction

D. Date of tribunal

Questions 61 – 70

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 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)

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

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 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.

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

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

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

A. Kenya

B. South Africa

C. Egypt

D. Ethiopia