BECEEnglish StudiesComprehension

Capital of Nigeria.

ALagos
BAbujaCORRECT
CKano
DEnugu
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
**The reasoning** Nigeria's capital is **Abuja**, located in the Federal Capital Territory in the country's center. This became official on December 12, 1991, when the seat of government moved from Lagos. The choice was deliberate: Abuja sits in a neutral zone, not dominated by any one ethnic group, making it symbolically unifying for our diverse nation. It's also centrally located, giving equal access to all regions. **Why the wrong options tempt you** **Lagos** (A) tricks many because it *was* the capital until 1991 and remains Nigeria's largest city and commercial hub — so it *feels* like the capital. **Kano** (C) and **Enugu** (D) are major regional cities (North and Southeast respectively), but neither has ever served as the national capital. **Quick takeaway** Remember: **Lagos was, Abuja is** — the capital moved in 1991 to a more central, neutral location that represents all Nigerians equally.
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