NPF Recruitment Exams and Past Questions (2010-2024)

Have you applied for the Nigerian Police Force recruitment 2024 and you have been shortlisted for the Screening and Aptitude test for 2024?

This article is for you, we have compiled the most asked NNPF Recruitment Exams Past Questions and answers for 2010 to 2024 in this article. Do not stop reading to see what NPF Recruitment Exams look like in this article.

The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) will conduct a compulsory examination and screening of all the 2024/2025 recruitment successful shortlisted candidates. The exam date has been fixed by the management and for you to merit the employment, you must pass the exam test.

We have selected the most repeated past questions and answers of the NPF recruitment exam for you here in his article. Keep reading till the end to see how to register for the NPF recruitment exam in 2024 and some past questions. 

How many questions are there in NPF Recruitment  Exams?

The NPF recruitment Exam is just like a normal exam, it is a CBT test that inculcates topics from English Language, Mathematics, Verbal/quantitative reasoning, and general questions in current affairs, etc.

Candidates who wish to pass the exam must know how to manage their time. If you are a prospective candidate, you must note that the exam carries a total number of 100 questions which you are to answer in 1 hour. 

See the sample of NPF Exams questions and answers here in this article as you continue reading. You can also download the pdf format of the question here to go through it at your convenience. 

Benefits of Studying NPF Recruitment Exams Past Questions and Answers

Studying past questions cannot be over-emphasized as it will enhance your knowledge and maximize your chances of passing the exam with flying colors.

If you are among the candidates who will write the upcoming NPF aptitude test, you are advised to get used to the materials related to the subjects that are mentioned above in this article while practicing the past questions.

The Nigerian recruitment selection 2024 is based on merit, candidates who do not pass the examination has terminated his/her employment opportunity. Therefore, to avoid being dropped, sit up and start studying.

Nevertheless, we have outlined the most asked NPF questions here in this article and there is also the pdf format of the NPF past questions and answers here to download for your convenience reading. Click the download button below this article to get your own copy!

When is the Starting date for the NPF Exams?

Are you among the shortlisted candidates for the NPF Exams 2024/2025? The management of the Nigerian Police Force has announced the commencement date for the 2023 exam to hold on Friday 29th October to Saturday 30th October.

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The NPF Recruitment Exams Past Questions and Answers

Below are some NPF recruitment past questions and answers:

1. What year was the Nigerian Police Force established? A) 1954 B) 1960 C) 1979 D) 1999
2. Which of the following is NOT a core function of the Nigerian Police Force? A) Law enforcement B) Traffic control C) Firefighting D) Crime prevention
3. The highest-ranking officer in the Nigerian Police Force is the: A) Inspector General of Police (IGP) B) Commissioner of Police (CP) C) Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) D) Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP)
4. What is the full meaning of “IGP,” the acronym used for the head of the Nigerian Police Force? A) International Guarding Police B) Inspector General of Police C) Internal Governmental Patrol D) Inspectorate of General PoliceDOWNLOAD COMPLETE QUESTIONS
5. The primary aim of the “Community Policing” initiative is to: A) Eliminate all police patrols B) Strengthen police corruption C) Foster collaboration between police and communities D) Centralize police operations
6. In the Nigerian Police Force, the special unit responsible for investigating and solving crimes is known as the: A) Riot Squad B) Anti-Terrorism Unit C) Criminal Investigation Department (CID) D) Traffic Division
7. Which Nigerian Police Force unit is tasked with handling traffic control and ensuring road safety? A) Rapid Response Squad (RRS) B) Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) C) Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) D) Highway Patrol
8. The Nigerian Police Force motto is: A) To Serve and Protect B) To Uphold the Law C) Service with Integrity D) Police is Your Friend
9. The process of restraining a suspect’s freedom of movement while they are in police custody is known as: A) Arrest B) Detention C) Seizure D) Search
10. The Nigerian Police Force is organized into various commands, each headed by a Commissioner of Police. Which of the following is NOT a common police command? A) Lagos State Police Command B) Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command C) United States Police Command D) Rivers State Police Command
11. In what year did Nigeria gain independence? A) 1954 B) 1960 C) 1979 D) 1999
12. Which of the following is NOT a rank in the Nigerian Police Force? A) Constable B) Sergeant C) Lieutenant D) Deputy Superintendent
13. What is the primary color of the Nigerian Police uniform? A) Green B) Blue C) Black D) Khaki
14. The primary duty of the Nigeria Police Force is to: A) Enforce traffic laws B) Protect lives and property C) Manage public transportation D) Collect taxes
15. Who appoints the Inspector General of Police in Nigeria? A) The President B) The Governor C) The Senate D) The Police Commission
16. What is the highest rank a police officer can attain in Nigeria? A) Inspector General of Police B) Deputy Inspector General of Police C) Assistant Inspector General of Police D) Commissioner of Police
17. The Nigerian Police Force is under the supervision of which government ministry? A) Ministry of Defence B) Ministry of Interior C) Ministry of Justice D) Ministry of Police Affairs
18. What is the name of the agency responsible for investigating cases of corruption within the Nigerian Police Force? A) EFCC B) ICPC C) SARS D) DSS
19. How many zones is Nigeria divided into for police administration purposes? A) 5 B) 6 C) 7 D) 8
20. The current Inspector General of Police (as of 2024) is: A) Mohammed Adamu B) Ibrahim Idris C) Solomon Arase D) Suleiman Abba
21. Which Nigerian city is home to the Police Staff College? A) Lagos B) Abuja C) Jos D) Kaduna
22. The force number is a unique identification number given to every police officer in Nigeria. What does the first digit of the force number represent? A) Rank B) Year of enlistment C) State of origin D) Department
23. What is the current minimum educational requirement for recruitment into the Nigerian Police Force as a constable? A) Secondary School Certificate B) National Diploma C) Higher National Diploma D) Bachelor’s Degree
24. What is the name of the special unit of the Nigerian Police Force tasked with combating cybercrime? A) EFCC B) ICPC C) INTERPOL D) INTERPOL
25. Who is the current Minister of Police Affairs in Nigeria? A) Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi B) Bashir Salihi Magashi C) Rauf Aregbesola D) Adamu Adamu
26. What is the age requirement for recruitment into the Nigerian Police Force as a constable? A) 18 – 25 B) 20 – 30 C) 25 – 35 D) 30 – 40
27. What is the rank structure of the Nigerian Police Force from the lowest to the highest? A) Constable, Inspector, Superintendent, Deputy Commissioner, Commissioner, Inspector General B) Constable, Sergeant, Inspector, Assistant Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Commissioner C) Constable, Corporal, Inspector, Assistant Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Inspector General D) Constable, Lance Corporal, Inspector, Superintendent, Deputy Inspector General, Inspector General
28. What is the name of the special unit of the Nigerian Police Force responsible for providing security to high-ranking government officials? A) SSS B) DSS C) SARS D) NSCDC
29. How many police colleges are there in Nigeria? A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
30. Which of the following is NOT a specialized unit within the Nigerian Police Force? A) Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) B) Counter-Terrorism Unit C) Special Fraud Unit D) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team
31. What is the emergency phone number for contacting the Nigerian Police Force? A) 911 B) 112 C) 119 D) 999
32. What is the name of the agency responsible for training police officers in Nigeria? A) Nigerian Police Academy B) Nigerian Police College C) Police Training Institute D) Police Staff College
33. What is the name of the official document that gives a police officer the legal authority to act in their official capacity? A) Warrant B) Permit C) License D) Mandate
34. What is the maximum number of years a police officer can serve before retirement in Nigeria? A) 25 B) 30 C) 35 D) 40
35. What is the official language of the Nigerian Police Force? A) English B) French C) Hausa D) Yoruba
36. What is the name of the agency responsible for handling internal affairs and discipline within the Nigerian Police Force? A) EFCC B) ICPC C) SARS D) NPFID
37. What is the name of the special unit of the Nigerian Police Force responsible for handling cases of kidnapping and abduction? A) IRT B) SWAT C) CTU D) FSARS
38. Who is the head of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in a police command? A) Commissioner of Police B) Deputy Commissioner of Police C) Assistant Commissioner of Police D) Deputy Inspector General of Police
39. What is the primary role of the Nigerian Police Force in ensuring national security? A) Collecting intelligence B) Enforcing laws C) Providing emergency response D) Conducting investigations
40. What is the name of the agency responsible for conducting background checks on police recruits in Nigeria? A) DSS B) NPFID C) EFCC D) ICPC
41. What is the name of the agency responsible for regulating the activities of private security companies in Nigeria? A) SSS B) DSS C) NSCDC D) NPFID
42. What is the name of the agency responsible for conducting forensic investigations in Nigeria? A) EFCC B) ICPC C) INTERPOL D) NDLEA
43. What is the name of the special unit of the Nigerian Police Force responsible for combating terrorism? A) SWAT B) CTU C) SARS D) IRT
44. What is the name of the agency responsible for providing security to Nigeria’s airports and seaports? A) FAAN B) NIMASA C) NSCDC D) NPF
45. What is the maximum educational qualification for recruitment into the Nigerian Police Force as a constable? A) SSCE B) OND C) HND D) BSc
46. What is the official headquarters of the Nigerian Police Force? A) Lagos B) Abuja C) Kaduna D) Enugu
47. What is the name of the special unit of the Nigerian Police Force responsible for handling cases of human trafficking? A) SWAT B) CTU C) IRT D) HTS
48. What is the name of the unit of the Nigerian Police Force responsible for providing security to foreign embassies and diplomatic missions? A) SSS B) DSS C) NPFID D) FSO
49. What is the name of the agency responsible for providing security to Nigeria’s oil and gas installations? A) NSCDC B) DSS C) EFCC D) NPF

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