Unilorin Post-UTME Government 2024 (Model questions) Question 9

Question 9

Citizenship, Rights and Duties

Under which of the following conditions can a Nigerian be deprived of his/her citizenship?

  1. A.If married to a foreign national
  2. B.If one owns a dual citizenship
  3. C.If convicted of Armed robbery
  4. D.If one abuse the National Flag
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (If one owns a dual citizenship)

Explanation

Under the constitution, a Nigerian by registration or naturalisation who takes up another country's citizenship can lose Nigerian citizenship. Marrying a foreigner does not cause loss of citizenship.