Theory question 103
Citizenship, Rights and Duties(a) Highlight three methods of acquiring citizenship.
(b) Outline two conditions an alien must satisfy before becoming a citizen of another country.
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Model answer
(a) Any three: by birth; by registration (e.g. marriage to a citizen); by naturalisation; honorary citizenship; by descent.
(b) Any two (naturalisation): be of full age and capacity; good character; residence in the country for a stated period (e.g. 15 years in Nigeria); renounce former citizenship where required; take the oath of allegiance; be able to contribute to the country; be acceptable to the local community.
Explanation
For (b), Nigeria's 1999 Constitution sets the conditions for naturalisation.