The 2026 WAEC May/June Civic Education examination will test candidates on the Senior Secondary School Civic Education syllabus, covering both the Objective (OBJ) and Essay (Theory) sections.
WAEC 2026 Civic Education Exam Timetable
Friday, 5th June, 2026
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Civic Education 2 (Essay/Theory): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Civic Education 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
2026 WAEC CIVIC EDUCATION (OBJ OBJECTIVES ANSWERS:
2026 WAEC CIVIC EDUCATION (ESSAY) THEORY ANSWERS:
WAEC Civic Education Past Questions (Samples for Practice)
OBJ Samples:
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Which of the following is a fundamental human right?
A. Right to vote
B. Right to pay tax
C. Right to obey laws
D. Right to serve in the military
Answer: A (Right to vote) -
Democracy can best be described as:
A. Government of the people, by the people, and for the people
B. Rule by the wealthy few
C. Dictatorial leadership
D. Military regime
Answer: A -
Which of the following agencies is responsible for fighting corruption in Nigeria?
A. NDLEA
B. EFCC
C. NTA
D. WAEC
Answer: B (EFCC) -
Which of the following promotes national unity?
A. Tribalism
B. Federal Character Principle
C. Corruption
D. Ethnic Rivalry
Answer: B
Theory Samples:
1. Define Civic Education and state two of its objectives.
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Definition: Civic Education is the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens in society.
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Objectives:
(i) To create awareness of the rights and duties of citizens.
(ii) To promote national unity and democratic values.
2. List and explain three problems of democracy in Nigeria.
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Corruption: Weakens institutions and erodes public trust.
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Electoral Malpractice: Undermines free and fair elections.
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Tribalism/Ethnic Politics: Creates division and hinders national development.
3. State four ways of promoting peaceful coexistence in society.
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Respect for rule of law.
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Religious tolerance.
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Dialogue and conflict resolution.
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Equal opportunity for all citizens.
4. Explain three functions of INEC in Nigeria.
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Conducts free and fair elections.
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Registers political parties and voters.
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Monitors party activities and campaign funding.

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