Senate Quiz

How well do you know the Nigerian Senate?

We hear about the Senate every day, but do we actually understand its purpose, agenda, priorities, and promises? This quiz challenges you to find out, using real issues and commitments that affect everyday Nigerians. Before taking the quiz, download and go through our curated Senate Study Pack. After taking the quiz, share a screenshot of your score on your preferred social media handle and stand the chance to win a prize. Terms and Conditions Apply.
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What is the total number of Senators in the Nigerian National Assembly?

Who is the President of the 10th Senate?

Godswill Akpabio Tajudeen Abbas Femi Gbajabiamila Ahmed Lawan

Which colour is traditionally associated with the Senate chamber?

White Green Red Blue

In the legislative process, what happens during the 'Second Reading' of a bill?

The Clerk reads the title of the bill The bill is debated on its general principles.The bill is harmonised with the House of Representatives.The bill is signed into law by the President

What is the primary function of the 'Legislative Agenda Meter'?

To help citizens get the original Legislative Agenda.To rate legislative promises based on verifiable outcomes.To help citizens understand good and bad promises in the Legislative Agenda.To stream live videos of the Senate sessions

What does the term 'Concurrence' mean in the context of passing a bill?

The public agreeing with the bill during a hearing.The President agreeing to sign the bill.The Supreme Court declaring the bill constitutional.The Senate agreeing with the House of Representatives' version of a bill.

According to the study pack, what is the status of the promise to 'Pass the Audit Bill'?

Kept Stalled In the Works Broken

Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in creating the Legislative Agenda as described?

Formation of an Ad-Hoc Committee Consultations with experts and citizens Adoption by vote in the Senate Approval by the Executive and the Supreme Court

Identify the correct chronological order of these legislative steps immediately following the 'Second Reading'.

Third Reading → Committee Stage → Assent Assent → Committee Stage → Third Reading Concurrence → Committee Stage → Third Reading Committee Stage → Third Reading → Concurrence

What is the first stage of the law-making process in the Senate?

Second Reading Committee Stage First Reading Third Reading

Which of the following is a unique power of the Senate?

Oversight of MDAs Passing budgets Confirming presidential appointments Representing constituencies

The Senate's Agenda includes a plan for annual performance reviews of which bodies?

State Assemblies Local Government Councils Ministries, Departments & Agencies (MDAs)International NGOs

What step in the bill-making process involves public hearings and clause-by-clause review?

Third Reading Committee Stage First Reading Report Stage

According to the 10th Senate Agenda, reforms to legislative structures focus primarily on…

Electing more Senators each year Increasing the number of standing committees Building staff capacity and improving tools & technology Reducing the length of plenary sessions

The Senate plans 'structured collaboration' with which groups to improve lawmaking?

CSOs, academic institutions & development partners Private businesses & state governors Political parties & media houses Foreign investors

Who is the current President of the 10th Senate?

Ahmed Lawan Godswill Akpabio Barau Jibrin Ali Ndume

Who serves as the Deputy Senate President of the 10th Senate?

Ovie Omo-Agege Barau Jibrin Enyinnaya Abaribe Sani Musa

How many Senatorial districts make up the Nigerian Senate?

Each state in Nigeria is represented by how many Senators?

How many Senators represent the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)?

The 10th National Assembly was officially inaugurated on what date?

May 29, 2023 June 12, 2023 June 13, 2023 July 1, 2023

Who is the current Senate Majority Leader?

Michael Opeyemi Bamidele Mohammed Ali Ndume Dave Umahi Godswill Akpabio

Which Senator currently serves as the Senate Minority Leader?

Simon Mwadkwon Abba Moro Darlington Nwokocha Shuaibu Isa Lau

Which political party holds the majority of seats in the 10th Senate?

PDP LP APC NNPP

Who is the Senate Chief Whip?

Ali Ndume Tahir Monguno Orji Uzor Kalu Osita Ngwu

What is the minimum age requirement to contest for a seat in the Nigerian Senate?

A "Quorum" in the Senate is reached when what fraction of members are present?

One-half Two-thirds One-third One-quarter

Which committee is responsible for the screening of Ministerial nominees?

Committee of the Whole Committee on Judiciary Committee on Ethics and Privileges Committee on Selection

What is the title given to the official record of proceedings in the Senate?

The Order Paper The Senate Diary The Votes and Proceedings The Hansard

How many "Readings" must a Bill go through in the Senate before it can be passed?

One Two Three Five

At what stage is a Bill debated for its "General Principles"?

First Reading Second Reading Committee Stage Third Reading

Which official is responsible for maintaining order and security within the Senate Chamber?

The Clerk of the Senate The Sergeant-at-Arms The Chief Whip The Deputy President

The Senate has the power to confirm or reject appointments made by the President. This is known as:

Executive Oversight Judicial Review Checks and Balances Veto Power

What happens when the Senate and the House of Representatives pass different versions of the same Bill?

The President chooses one The Bill is discarded A Joint Conference Committee is set up It goes to the Supreme Court

Who is the administrative head of the National Assembly?

The Senate President The Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA)The Speaker The Secretary to the Government

In 2024, which Senator was suspended for three months over allegations regarding "budget padding"?

Enyinnaya Abaribe Abdul Ningi Adams Oshiomhole Jimoh Ibrahim

What is the name of the Senate's official spokesperson (Chairman, Committee on Media and Public Affairs)?

Yemi Adaramodu Dino Melaye Tokunbo Abiru Ned Nwoko

The 10th Senate passed a bill to return to the old National Anthem. What is the title of that anthem?

Arise, O Compatriots Nigeria, We Hail Thee Land of our Birth O God of Creation

Which Senator represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the 10th Senate?

Philip Aduda Ireti Kingibe Ango Abdullahi Maina Maji Lawan

How many female Senators were elected into the 10th Senate initially?

Which former Governor of Edo State is a member of the 10th Senate?

Godwin Obaseki Adams Oshiomhole Nyesom Wike Seriake Dickson

What is the primary function of the "Senate Public Accounts Committee"?

To increase taxes To pay Senators' salaries To manage the Central Bank To audit the spending of government MDAs

The "Red Chamber" is a common nickname for which body?

House of Representatives The Supreme Court The Senate The Presidency

Which of these is NOT a ground for disqualification from the Senate?

Being a dual citizen Being an undischarged bankrupt Being a member of a secret society Belonging to an opposition party

If the President refuses to sign a Bill passed by the Senate, what majority is needed to override the veto?

Simple majority Three-quarters majority Two-thirds majority Unanimous vote

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