ELECTORAL BODIES IN NIGERIA

What is the official name of the Nigerian Electoral Commission?

• National Electoral Commission
• Independent National Electoral Commission
• Federal Electoral Commission
• Democratic Electoral Commission

When was the INEC established?

• 2010
• 2005
• 2015
• 1998

How does the role of INEC relate to a referee in a sports game?

• They coach teams in sports games
• They ensure fair play in elections
• They enforce rules in sports games
• They analyze game statistics

What is required for political parties in Nigeria to do in relation to INEC?

• Pay a fee to INEC
• Register with INEC and follow the Electoral Act
• Have a majority vote from INEC officials
• Ignore INEC regulations

What tasks does INEC handle during the election process?

• Creating new electoral laws
• Counting votes after the election
• Setting up polling stations and training officials
• Campaigning for political parties

How do INEC officials contribute to the voting process?

• They cast votes on behalf of citizens
• They monitor the process to prevent fraud
• They campaign for specific candidates
• They announce election results

What is one of the key responsibilities of INEC officials at polling stations?

• Monitoring the election process to prevent voter intimidation and malpractice
• Encouraging voters to choose a specific candidate
• Assisting voters in filling out ballots
• Collecting donations for political parties

What task does INEC undertake after the voting process is completed?

• Ignoring the election outcome
• Campaigning for future elections
• Collating and announcing election results
• Selecting winners based on personal preference

How does INEC declare the outcome of an election?

• By appointing candidates to office
• By tallying the votes cast
• By choosing winners randomly
• Based on the number of campaign rallies held

What role does INEC play in ensuring democracy and political stability in Nigeria?

• Acting as a political party
• Upholding democracy and promoting stability
• Ignoring election results
• Promoting voter apathy