Niger State School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers 

The journey to becoming a medical professional in Nigeria is a path paved with dedication, sleepless nights, and rigorous examinations. If you are reading this article, you have likely chosen one of the noblest professions in the world: Nursing. Specifically, you have set your sights on the Niger State College of Nursing Sciences, an institution renowned for breeding excellence in the healthcare sector.

Whether you are aiming for the School of Nursing, Bida, or the School of Midwifery, Minna, the hurdle remains the same: The Entrance Examination.

Every year, thousands of eager applicants purchase the admission forms. They have the passion, they have the dream, but unfortunately, not everyone gets in. Why? Is it because they aren’t smart? No. It is often because they are unprepared for the specific nature of the exam.

This is where Manny Spark steps in. I am Dr. Manny, and my brand is dedicated to ensuring that serious students like you do not just “try” for admission, but actually secure it.

In this extensive, educational guide (over 3,000 words of pure value), I will dissect the Niger State School of Nursing entrance exam. We will look at the syllabus, the structure of the school, the nature of the questions, and I will provide you with a significant number of sample questions to kickstart your preparation.

“The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.”

If you are ready to take your preparation to the professional level, sit tight, grab a notebook, and let’s dive in.

The Niger State College of Nursing Sciences is a parastatal of the Niger State Ministry of Health. It was established to bridge the gap in human resources for health within the state and Nigeria at large. The institution is fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).

This accreditation is vital. It means that upon graduation, you are eligible to sit for the Professional Council Examination to become a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Midwife (RM). This license is recognized not just in Nigeria, but globally.

The college is known for its strict academic discipline. Unlike some institutions where “connections” might help, the School of Nursing in Niger State places a heavy premium on the entrance examination score. This merit-based system is why you need to be top of your class in the screening test.

Location and Campus Details: Bida vs. Minna

It is important to understand that the College operates a multi-campus system. Knowing where you are applying to helps you mentally prepare for the environment.

1. School of Nursing, Bida

• Specific Location: This school is located in the ancient city of Bida, famously known as the “Land of the Nupe.” The school is situated near the General Hospital, Bida.

• Environment: Bida is a city rich in culture and tradition. The environment is relatively quiet compared to major commercial hubs, making it excellent for academic work.

• Focus: The Bida campus is primarily focused on General Nursing. The program lasts for three (3) years (6 semesters).

2. School of Midwifery, Minna

• Specific Location: This campus is located in the heart of the state capital, Minna. The address is Bay Clinic Road, Tunga, Minna. Tunga is a bustling area, easily accessible from any part of the capital.

• Environment: Being in the capital, you have access to more modern amenities, major markets, and government parastatals.

• Focus: This campus specializes in Basic Midwifery. This is also a three-year program designed to train professionals in maternal and child health.

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Why Nursing? The Career Perspective in Nigeria

Before we tackle the questions, let’s reaffirm your motivation. Why are you stressing over these past questions from Manny Spark?

Nursing in Nigeria has evolved. It is no longer just about “helping the doctor.”

• High Demand: There is a chronic shortage of nurses in Nigeria. Unemployment for a qualified Registered Nurse is almost non-existent.

• Global Mobility: The “Japa” wave is real. Nigerian-trained nurses are highly sought after in the UK, USA, Canada, and Saudi Arabia because of the rigorous training provided by schools like Niger State College of Nursing.

• Job Security: Healthcare is an essential service. Even during pandemics or economic downturns, nurses are employed.

Dr. Manny’s Note: Let this future motivate you to study hard now. The pain of discipline is far less than the pain of regret.

Admission Requirements: The Non-Negotiables

To ensure your application is not rejected before you even write the exam, you must meet the following criteria.

1. O’Level Requirements

You must have a Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB). You need five (5) credits in the following subjects:

• English Language

• Mathematics

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physics

Combination Rules:

• You can combine results (e.g., WAEC 2023 and NECO 2024).

• Maximum of two sittings.

• Important Exception: If you use NABTEB, you can only combine it with another NABTEB result. You cannot mix NABTEB with WAEC or NECO.

2. Age Requirement

You must be at least 17 years old by the year of admission. The school is very strict about this. Do not falsify your age; your birth certificate or declaration of age will be scrutinized during the interview.

3. Citizenship

While the school is a state institution, it accepts Nigerians from all states. However, indigenes of Niger State may have a slight quota advantage, which means non-indigenes need to score even higher to guarantee their spot.

The Application Process: Step-by-Step

Usually, the sales of forms commence between April and June of every year. Here is the general workflow:

1. Purchase: Forms are usually sold online via the college portal or at designated banks within Minna and Bida.

2. Registration: You will upload your passport photograph and O’Level results.

3. Exam Slip: After registration, you must print your Examination Slip. This slip contains your exam number, date, time, and venue. Keep this safe. You cannot write the exam without it.

Understanding the Examination Structure

The Niger State School of Nursing entrance exam is designed to test your foundational knowledge. It is not as advanced as 200-level University work, but it is trickier than standard WAEC questions.

• Mode: It is increasingly moving towards CBT (Computer Based Test), though some years may still use Paper and Pencil (PPT). You must be computer literate.

• Subjects: English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and General Knowledge/Current Affairs.

• Time: Time is your biggest enemy. You usually have about 1 hour to answer roughly 50 to 100 questions. This means you have less than 45 seconds per question.

Comprehensive Syllabus Breakdown (What to Read)

Do not just read “Chemistry.” You need to know what in Chemistry. Based on the analysis of past questions by Manny Spark, here are the high-yield topics.

Biology (The Core)

• Organization of Life: Levels of organization (Cell to System).

• The Cell: Structure, functions of organelles, diffusion, osmosis, plasmolysis.

• Nutrition: Modes of nutrition, balanced diet, digestive enzymes.

• Transport System: Blood composition, functions of the heart, difference between arteries and veins.

• Reproduction: This is heavily tested. Male and female reproductive systems, fertilization, development of the embryo.

• Genetics: Basic Mendelian genetics.

Chemistry

• Particulate Nature of Matter: Atoms, molecules, ions.

• Acids, Bases, and Salts: Indicators, pH scale, properties.

• Water: Hardness of water and removal.

• Organic Chemistry: Introduction to Hydrocarbons (Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes) and Alkanols.

• Periodic Table: Trends (Ionization energy, electronegativity).

Physics

• Measurement: Fundamental and derived quantities, units.

• Motion: Speed, velocity, acceleration, equations of motion.

• Heat: Thermometers, specific heat capacity, change of state.

• Light: Reflection in mirrors, refraction in lenses.

• Electricity: Ohm’s law, resistors in series and parallel.

English Language

• Comprehension: Ability to read a medical or general text and answer questions.

• Lexis and Structure: Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms.

• Oral English: Stress and intonation patterns.

Mathematics

• Algebra: Simple equations, change of subject of formula.

• Geometry: Area and volume of simple shapes.

• Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode.

• Percentage and Ratio: Very important for drug calculations later in nursing.

The Importance of Past Questions (The Manny Spark Strategy)

Why should you buy the Manny Spark Past Questions and Answers?

1. Pattern Recognition: The examiners often recycle questions from 3 or 4 years ago. If you have seen them before, you answer in 5 seconds instead of 1 minute.

2. Anxiety Reduction: Familiarity breeds confidence. Walking into the exam hall knowing the format reduces the “exam fever.”

3. Speed Training: By practicing with our materials, you train your brain to work faster.

Sample Past Questions and Answers

Below is a sneak peek into the content of the Manny Spark study pack. Note how the questions range from direct definitions to calculations.

BIOLOGY

1. Which of the following is the respiratory organ of a fish? A) Lung B) Gills C) Skin D) Mouth

• Answer: B (Gills)

• Note: Fish use gills for gaseous exchange in water.

2. The process by which the kidney regulates the water and salt content of the blood is known as: A) Excretion B) Osmoregulation C) Ultrafiltration D) Dialysis

• Answer: B (Osmoregulation)

3. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin C C) Vitamin K D) Vitamin E

• Answer: C (Vitamin K)

4. The vector that transmits the malaria parasite is: A) Male Anopheles Mosquito B) Female Anopheles Mosquito C) Tsetse Fly D) House Fly

• Answer: B (Female Anopheles Mosquito)

5. Which part of the brain controls balance and posture? A) Cerebrum B) Cerebellum C) Medulla Oblongata D) Hypothalamus

• Answer: B (Cerebellum)

CHEMISTRY

6. The atomic number of an element is equal to the number of: A) Neutrons B) Protons C) Neutrons and Protons D) Electrons in an ion

• Answer: B (Protons)

7. Which of the following is a chemical change? A) Melting of ice B) Dissolution of salt in water C) Rusting of iron D) Evaporation of water

• Answer: C (Rusting of iron)

• Reason: Rusting forms a new substance (Iron Oxide) and is irreversible.

8. A solution with a pH of 2 is: A) Strongly Alkaline B) Weakly Alkaline C) Neutral D) Strongly Acidic

• Answer: D (Strongly Acidic)

9. The gas evolved when calcium trioxocarbonate (IV) reacts with an acid is: A) Oxygen B) Hydrogen C) Carbon (IV) Oxide D) Nitrogen

• Answer: C (Carbon (IV) Oxide)

10. What is the molecular formula of Ethene? A) CH4 B) C2H4 C) C2H2 D) C2H6

• Answer: B (C2H4)

PHYSICS

11. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental quantity? A) Length B) Time C) Mass D) Force

• Answer: D (Force)

• Reason: Force is a derived quantity (Mass x Acceleration).

12. A car travels a distance of 100m in 20 seconds. What is its speed? A) 2 m/s B) 5 m/s C) 20 m/s D) 2000 m/s

• Answer: B (5 m/s)

• Calculation: Speed = Distance/Time = 100/20 = 5 m/s.

13. The instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure is the: A) Thermometer B) Barometer C) Hygrometer D) Manometer

• Answer: B (Barometer)

14. Sound waves cannot travel through: A) Air B) Water C) Steel D) Vacuum

• Answer: D (Vacuum)

15. The S.I unit of electric current is: A) Volt B) Ampere C) Ohm D) Coulomb

• Answer: B (Ampere)

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

16. Choose the option nearest in meaning to the bold word. The judge vindicated the accused. A) Punished B) Freed C) Blamed D) Jailed

• Answer: B (Freed/Cleared of blame)

17. Choose the correct option to fill the gap. Neither the students nor the teacher _______ present at the meeting. A) was B) were C) are D) have been

• Answer: A (was)

• Rule: In “Neither…nor” constructions, the verb agrees with the noun closest to it (The teacher = singular).

18. “To kick the bucket” is an idiom which means: A) To fetch water B) To die C) To start a fight D) To clean up

• Answer: B (To die)

19. Choose the correctly spelled word. A) Embarassment B) Embarrassment C) Embarasment D) Embarrasment

• Answer: B (Embarrassment)

• Tip: Double ‘r’, Double ‘s’.

20. Choose the option opposite in meaning to the bold word. The soldier was commended for his bravery. A) Courage B) Cowardice C) Strength D) Loyalty

• Answer: B (Cowardice)

MATHEMATICS & GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. Solve for x: 2x – 5 = 7 A) 2 B) 4 C) 6 D) 12

• Answer: C (6)

• Calculation: 2x = 7+5 -> 2x = 12 -> x = 6.

22. Who is the current Governor of Niger State? (Note: Candidates should check the current political tenure). A) Abubakar Sani Bello B) Mohammed Umar Bago C) Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu D) Abdulkadir Kure

• Answer: B (Mohammed Umar Bago) (As of 2025)

23. What does the acronym WHO stand for? A) World Health Organization B) World Housing Organization C) World Human Organization D) West Health Organization

• Answer: A (World Health Organization)

24. The capital of Niger State is: A) Bida B) Suleja C) Kontagora D) Minna

• Answer: D (Minna)

25. Which system of the body is responsible for fighting infections? A) Digestive System B) Immune System C) Nervous System D) Skeletal System

• Answer: B (Immune System)

The Interview Stage: Beyond the Written Exam

Many students celebrate too early after passing the written exam. The Oral Interview is the final boss.

After you score high (usually above 50% or 60%), you will be invited for an interview at the school premises.

• Dress Code: Dress formally and modestly. No crazy jeans or excessive makeup. Look like a nurse/midwife already.

• Confidence: You will face a panel. Speak clearly.

• Original Documents: You must present your original birth certificate, O’Level certificate, and indigeneship certificate.

• The “Why” Question: Be prepared to answer, “Why do you want to be a nurse?” Do not just say “I like it.” Say, “I have a passion for patient care and I admire the discipline of the profession.”

Study Techniques for High-Performance Students

To memorize the Manny Spark past questions and understanding the textbooks, use these methods:

1. Active Recall: Don’t just read. Close the book and try to recite what you learned.

2. Spaced Repetition: Review a topic today, then again in 2 days, then in a week. This moves information from short-term to long-term memory.

3. Mock Exams: Set a timer. Attempt 50 questions in 45 minutes. See how you perform under pressure.

4. Health: Sleep is when your brain stores memory. Don’t pull all-nighters every day. Drink water.

Life on Campus: What to Expect

If you succeed (and you will, with my guide), life at Niger State School of Nursing is rigorous.

• Hostels: All students usually live in the hostel. This builds camaraderie.

• Discipline: There are strict curfews. Punctuality to classes and clinical postings is mandatory.

• Clinical Posting: You will be sent to the General Hospital or Federal Medical Centre to practice what you learn in class on real patients. This is the most exciting part!

How to Obtain the Full Study Pack

The sample questions above are less than 5% of the total questions you need to master. The exam covers years of varied questions.

Manny Spark has compiled the Ultimate Niger State School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers PDF.

What is inside the PDF?

• Over 1,000 Questions: Covering the last 10 years.

• Detailed Explanations: We show the working for Math and Physics.

• Current Affairs Update: Specific to the Nigerian Health Sector.

• Interview Tips Bonus: A dedicated section on how to pass the oral interview.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the entrance exam difficult? A: It is competitive. The questions are average O’Level standard, but the competition makes it “hard” because you need a high score to beat others. With the Manny Spark guide, it becomes easy.

Q2: Can I apply if I am not from Niger State? A: Yes. The school accepts students from all over Nigeria. However, you must perform exceptionally well.

Q3: How much is the school fee? A: School fees change periodically. However, Niger State School of Nursing is government-owned, so the fees are relatively affordable compared to private universities. Expect to pay an acceptance fee first upon admission.

Q4: Is the Past Question PDF legible? A: Yes, it is professionally typed and formatted. No blurry scanned copies. It is clear and easy to read on mobile devices.

Q5: Can I gain admission without JAMB? A: Currently, most Colleges of Nursing are affiliating with the JAMB process (ND/HND Nursing). It is highly advisable to sit for JAMB and choose the school. However, always check the specific advert for the year to see if they are doing a separate entrance exam independent of JAMB.

Q6: What happens if I fail the interview? A: If you fail the interview, you will not be admitted, even if you passed the written exam. This is why our PDF includes interview tips.

Takeaway

The Niger State School of Nursing offers a pathway to a respectable, stable, and fulfilling career. The white uniform is a symbol of hope and care. But to wear it, you must prove your worth.

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