Author: Balogun M & I
How to Get to Item 7 in Ibadan: Locations and Directions
Do you want to feast on Item 7 in Ibadan? Item 7 Go needs no long introduction. If you’ve ever looked for affordable Nigerian food, generous portions, and quick service, chances are someone has said, “Just go Item 7.” If you’ve been in Ibadan lately, chances are you’ve seen an Item 7 outlet around. It…

2026 JAMB Registration: All You Need To Know
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has finally released the full guidelines for the 2026 JAMB registration, and if you’re planning to write JAMB UTME 2026, this is your chance to get ahead before the rush starts. The board dropped the new rules through its official channels, and the emphasis this year is simple:…

How to: Tax Number Verification (2026 Update)
Once you’ve registered for a Tax Identification Number (TIN), the next critical step is Tax number verification. This applies whether you’re an individual taxpayer or a business / organisation. This guide explains Tax Identification Number verification in Nigeria, how to use the TIN verification portal, and how both individuals and non-individuals can confirm their tax…

How To: Tax Identification Number (TIN) Registration for Business (2026 Update)
If you run a business, NGO, school, mosque, church, association, or any registered organisation in Nigeria, you are required by law to have a Tax Identification Number (TIN). People call it many names: Different names.Same thing. This article explains what a tax identification number is, how to apply for a TIN number and how organisations…

How To: Individual Tax Identification Number Registration (2026 Update)
If you earn income in Nigeria — whether as a salary earner, freelancer, consultant, trader, or professional — you are required to have a Tax Identification Number (TIN). You may hear people call it: Different labels, but the intent is same. This guide explains what a tax identification number is, how to apply for a…
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE ABOUT NIGERIA
1. What is the official name of Nigeria? Answer: The Federal Republic of Nigeria. 2. What is the capital city of Nigeria? Answer: Abuja. 3. What was the former capital before Abuja? Answer: Lagos. 4. What is the approximate land area of Nigeria? Answer: About 923,768 square kilometres. 5. What is Nigeria’s estimated population (2025)?…
COMMON LAW — 50 PRACTICE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
SECTION A: BASIC CONCEPTS OF COMMON LAW 1. What is Common Law? Answer:Common law is a body of law developed through judicial decisions and court judgments rather than through statutes or written legislation. 2. What is the origin of Common Law in Nigeria? Answer:Common law in Nigeria was introduced by the British during colonial administration…
Civil Service / Common Law / General Studies (Part 1)
A. Principles of Common Law 1. List four functions of the judiciary in Nigeria.Answer: Interpretation of laws, settlement of disputes, protection of rights, and judicial review. 2. Explain the term “Rule of Law.”Answer: Everyone, including leaders, is subject to the law. No one is above it. 3. State three differences between customary law and common…

500+ Easy Format Questions and Answers for the Oyo State Civil Service Confirmation Exam
Preparing for promotion, confirmation, or recruitment exams under the Oyo State Civil Service Commission, the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board or the Oyo State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) requires a solid understanding of how the public service works. The confirmation exam often tests core areas such as appointments, discipline procedures, retirement rules, code of…
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (Part 1)
1. When was Oyo State created (date)? Answer: 3 February 1976. 2. What is the capital city of Oyo State? Answer: Ibadan. 3. What is the nickname of Oyo State? Answer: “Pace Setter State”. 4. What is the total land area of Oyo State (approximate)? Answer: About 28,454 square kilometres. 5. Which states and/or country…




