A. birth
B. nationalization
C. naturalization
D. marriage

Correct Answer: Option B

B. nationalization

Explanation

Types of citizenship

1. Citizenship by Birth:- This is for those who were born in Nigeria. Although being born in Nigeria does not automatically confer Nigerian citizenship.

2. Citizenship by Descent:- This means at least one of the parents of the person is a Nigerian even if the person was born outside of Nigeria

3. Citizenship by Registration:- This type of citizenship can be obtained by any of the following persons:

– A foreign woman married to a Nigerian man.
– Anyone who is of age (17) born outside of the country whose either one or both grandparents is or was a citizen of Nigeria.
– A foreign child adopted by Nigerian parents.

4. Citizenship by Naturalisation:- Anyone who is of full age and has lived in Nigeria for at least fifteen years and has intentions to continue residing in Nigeria. Such a person must be familiar with the customs and language of Nigeria and must be able to support himself/herself.

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