POLAC Post UTME Past Questions and Answers

The dream of wearing the uniform of the Nigeria Police Force is one shared by thousands of young Nigerians. It is a dream of service, of authority, and of national pride. However, the gateway to this prestigious career—the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC)—is guarded by one of the most rigorous selection processes in the country.

Every year, the academy receives over 100,000 applications for a few hundred slots. The difference between those who get admitted and those who try again next year is information and preparation. At Manny Spark, we believe that success is predictable. If you study the patterns of the past, you can command the future.

“The police officer is the most visible representative of the government. To become one, you must prove you have the mental fortitude to uphold the law and the physical strength to enforce it.” — Dr. Manny

About the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil

The Nigeria Police Academy, widely known as POLAC, is a federal government institution established in 1988. Initially, it operated at two temporary campuses: the Police Training School in Challawa, Kano, and the Police College in Kaduna. However, in April 1996, the academy moved to its permanent site in Wudil, Kano State.

In 2012, the Federal Government of Nigeria upgraded the Academy to a degree-awarding institution. This was a game-changer. It meant that graduates would no longer just receive a certificate of training; they would graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree and be commissioned into the Nigeria Police Force as Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP).

The academy follows a dual-curriculum structure:

1. Academic Training: Cadets undergo a standard 5-year university education (similar to any federal university).

2. Police Training: Cadets undergo rigorous paramilitary drills, firearms training, self-defense, and legal studies.

This dual nature makes the entrance exam unique. You are not just being tested on Physics or Literature; you are being tested on your aptitude for security and intelligence.

Detailed Location and Campus Facilities

It is crucial for candidates to visualize where they are going. The academy is located in Wudil, a Local Government Area in Kano State, Nigeria.

The Specific Location

The academy is situated along the Kano-Maiduguri Road. It is approximately 35 to 40 kilometers away from the Kano State capital. Wudil is known for its serene environment, which is perfect for the intense concentration required for cadet training. The climate is typical of the Sahel Savannah—hot and dry for most of the year, with a short rainy season.

Campus Infrastructure

When you gain admission (and we at Manny Spark are confident you will if you use our materials), you will have access to:

• The CBT Centre: A massive hall equipped with hundreds of computers where exams are taken.

• The Library: A world-class resource center stocked with books on Criminology, Forensic Science, Law, and Liberal Arts.

• The Forensics Lab: For science students, this is where the magic of modern policing happens—analyzing fingerprints, DNA, and ballistics.

• Sports Complex: Includes football pitches, basketball courts, and an Olympic-sized swimming pool (swimming is a compulsory skill for cadets).

• The Clinic: A fully functional medical center to attend to the health needs of the cadets.

• Hostels: The academy provides accommodation for all cadets. The hostels are inspected daily to instill discipline and cleanliness.

Faculties, Departments, and Subject Combinations

POLAC offers courses across four major faculties. Understanding which faculty you belong to is essential because it dictates the subjects you will write in the Post UTME.

1. Faculty of Humanities

This faculty focuses on languages, history, and culture—essential tools for intelligence gathering and community policing.

• Departments:

  • English

  • History & International Studies

  • Linguistics

  • Nigerian Languages (Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba)

• Subject Combination: English, History/Government, Literature-in-English, CRS/IRS.

2. Faculty of Social & Management Sciences

This is the most popular faculty, dealing with the behavior of society and the management of resources.

• Departments:

  • Accounting

  • Management Studies

  • Political Science

  • Sociology (Criminology focus)

  • Psychology

  • Economics

• Subject Combination: English, Government, Economics, and one other Arts/Social Science subject.

3. Faculty of Science

Modern policing is scientific. This faculty produces the forensic experts and cyber-crime fighters of tomorrow.

• Departments:

  • Biochemistry

  • Biological Sciences

  • Chemistry

  • Computer Science

  • Forensic Science

  • Mathematics

  • Physics

• Subject Combination: English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology.

4. Faculty of Law

This faculty trains the legal minds of the force.

• Department:

  • Common Law (LLB)

• Subject Combination: English, Literature-in-English, Government/History, CRS/IRS.

Italicized Note: Ensure your JAMB subject combination matches the requirements for your chosen course at POLAC. A mismatch can lead to automatic disqualification.

Comprehensive Eligibility and Admission Requirements

Before you purchase the N5,000 Past Questions from Manny Spark, you must ensure you are eligible. The Nigeria Police Academy is strict. There are no “backdoors.”

General Requirements

1. Nationality: You must be a Nigerian citizen.

2. Age: You must be between 17 and 21 years old. (Note: In some sessions, they accept from 16, but 17 is the standard safety net. You must not be a day older than 21 by October of the admission year).

3. Marital Status: You must be single (unmarried) and have no children.

4. Height:

   • Male: Minimum of 1.67 meters (5ft 6in).

      

   • Female: Minimum of 1.64 meters (5ft 4in).

5. Chest Measurement: Men must have an expanded chest measurement of not less than 86cm (34 inches).

    

6. Physical Health: You must not have any physical deformities such as:

   • Flat feet

   • Varicose veins

   • Cross eyes (Squint)

   • Amputations

   • Speech impediment (Stammering)

   • Tattoos (Strictly prohibited)

Academic Requirements

• O’Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB): You need at least 6 Credits in not more than two sittings.

  • Compulsory: English Language and Mathematics are compulsory for all courses.

  • Specifics: The other 4 credits must be relevant to your course of study.

• JAMB UTME:

  • You must have selected the Nigeria Police Academy as your First Choice.

  • Minimum Score: Usually 180, but for competitive courses like Law and Computer Science, we recommend aiming for 220+.

The Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

Applying for POLAC can be technical. Here is a simplified guide by Dr. Manny.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to the official website (usually polac.edu.ng).

2. Generate RRR: You will need to generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code to pay for the application form. The cost is typically around N3,500 (prices may change).

3. Make Payment: Pay at any commercial bank or online using your ATM card.

4. Fill the Bio-data: Enter your name, date of birth, state of origin, etc. Be very careful here; mistakes in your date of birth are difficult to correct.

5. Upload Credentials: Upload your O’Level results, JAMB result, Birth Certificate, and Certificate of Indigenship.

6. Print Forms: After submission, print your Acknowledgement Card and Exam Card. You will need these at the exam venue.

The Selection Process: From CBT to the Commandant’s Interview

The road to Wudil is a marathon, not a sprint. The selection process is divided into stages.

Stage 1: The Computer Based Test (CBT)

This is the academic hurdle. Candidates sit for an exam covering their faculty subjects plus General Paper. This is where Manny Spark’s Past Questions are essential. The exam is time-pressured and technical.

Stage 2: Automated Physical Screening

Successful candidates from the CBT are invited for physical screening. This involves:

• Verification of height and chest measurements.

• Verification of credentials (originals).

• Visual assessment for tattoos or deformities.

Stage 3: The Commandant’s Interview / Selection Board

This is the final stage. It involves:

• Medical Screening: Detailed blood tests, x-rays, and urine tests to check for drugs, pregnancy (females), or underlying illnesses.

• Psychological Evaluation: Assessing your mental stability.

• Oral Interview: A panel of senior police officers and academics will interview you to test your confidence and communication skills.

Why You Must Study with Official Past Questions

You might ask, “Can’t I just use my JAMB past questions?”

The answer is NO.

Here is why:

1. The General Paper Factor: POLAC exams include a specific section called “General Paper” or “General Knowledge.” This section asks about the history of the Nigerian Police, current Inspectors General, the structure of the force, and current affairs. JAMB does not cover this.

2. Question Repetition: Approximately 60% of the questions in the POLAC exam are repeated or rephrased from previous years. If you have the past questions, you already have the answers to half the exam before you step into the hall.

3. Pattern Recognition: The difficulty level of POLAC Math is different from JAMB Math. It focuses more on logic and quantitative reasoning.

At Manny Spark, we have compiled questions from 2013 to date. We don’t just give you the questions; we give you the solutions.

The Manny Spark Guarantee: What Our N5,000 Material Offers

Our brand, Manny Spark, is a leader in educational consultancy in Nigeria. When you pay N5,000 for our POLAC pack, you are buying peace of mind.

What is inside the PDF?

• Over 1,000 Questions: Covering all faculties (Science, Arts, Social Science, Law).

• Current Affairs Section: Updated monthly with the latest government appointments and policies.

• Essay Guide: Sometimes, a short essay is required. We provide sample essays.

• Physical Drill Tips: Bonus content on how to survive the physical screening.

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Sample POLAC Post UTME Past Questions (General Paper)

To prove the quality of our material, here are authentic samples from previous years.

1. The Nigeria Police Force was established in which year?

• A. 1960

• B. 1820

• C. 1930

• D. 1861

  Answer: D

  (Explanation: The breakdown of consular guards started in 1861 in Lagos, which eventually evolved into the NPF).

2. What is the motto of the Nigeria Police Force?

• A. Police is your Friend

• B. Service and Integrity

• C. To Serve and Protect

• D. Law and Order

  Answer: A

  (Note: While the vision implies service, the popular motto known publicly is “Police is your Friend”).

3. The current headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force is known as?

• A. Aso Rock

• B. Louis Edet House

• C. Kam Selem House

• D. Muhammadu Buhari House

  Answer: B (Louis Edet House)

4. Which rank is the highest in the Nigeria Police Force?

• A. Commissioner of Police (CP)

• B. Assistant Inspector General (AIG)

• C. Deputy Inspector General (DIG)

• D. Inspector General of Police (IGP)

  Answer: D

5. How many zones is the Nigeria Police Force currently divided into?

• A. 6

• B. 12

• C. 17

• D. 36

  Answer: C (17 Zones)

  (Note: This number changes as new zones are created. Our PDF is always updated).

Sample POLAC Post UTME Past Questions (English Language)

Instructions: Choose the option that best completes the sentence.

6. The suspect was charged _____ murder.

• A. for

• B. with

• C. on

• D. at

  Answer: B

  (Grammar Rule: You are charged “with” a crime, not “for” a crime).

7. Neither the driver nor the passengers _____ injured in the accident.

• A. was

• B. were

• C. are

• D. is

  Answer: B

  (Grammar Rule: Proximity rule. The verb agrees with the noun closest to it. “Passengers” is plural, so “were”).

8. Choose the word opposite in meaning to “CANDID”.

• A. Frank

• B. Secretive

• C. Honest

• D. Blunt

  Answer: B

  (Candid means open and honest. Secretive is the opposite).

Sample POLAC Post UTME Past Questions (Mathematics & Logic)

9. If the probability of a police officer catching a thief is $0.6$, what is the probability that he misses the thief?

• A. $0.6$

• B. $0.4$

• C. $1.0$

• D. $0.0$

  Answer: B

  (Calculation: Total probability is $1$. $1 – 0.6 = 0.4$).

10. A car travels at $120$ km/h. How many kilometers will it cover in $20$ minutes?

• A. $20$ km

• B. $40$ km

• C. $60$ km

• D. $30$ km

  Answer: B

  (Calculation: $20$ mins is $1/3$ of an hour. $120 \times 1/3 = 40$ km).

   

11. Solve for $y$: $5(y – 3) = 20$

• A. 5

• B. 6

• C. 7

• D. 8

  Answer: C

  (Calculation: $5y – 15 = 20 \rightarrow 5y = 35 \rightarrow y = 7$).

   

12. Which of the following is a prime number?

• A. 9

• B. 15

• C. 29

• D. 33

  Answer: C

Sample POLAC Post UTME Past Questions (Current Affairs)

13. Who is the current Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)?

• A. Attahiru Jega

• B. Mahmood Yakubu

• C. Maurice Iwu

• D. Amina Zakari

  Answer: B

14. The “EndSARS” protest took place in which year?

• A. 2019

• B. 2020

• C. 2021

• D. 2018

  Answer: B

15. Nigeria is a member of all the following organizations EXCEPT:

• A. ECOWAS

• B. AU

• C. NATO

• D. UN

  Answer: C

  (NATO is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; Nigeria is in West Africa).

  Strategic Study Tips from Dr. Manny

Preparing for this exam requires a military mindset. Here is my personal prescription for success:

1. Create a Time-Table

Do not read randomly. Allocate 2 hours daily to General Paper because it is the tie-breaker. Allocate 2 hours to your core subject (e.g., Math or Lit-in-English).

2. Simulate Exam Conditions

When you buy our Manny Spark Past Questions, do not just read them like a novel. Set a timer. Give yourself 40 seconds per question. This trains your brain to work under pressure.

3. Improve Your Vocabulary

The English section often tests high-level vocabulary related to law and order (e.g., “litigation,” “plaintiff,” “subpoena”). Use a dictionary to learn 5 new words daily.

4. Stay Healthy

You cannot pass the physical screening if you are unfit. Drink 3 liters of water daily and avoid sugary drinks.

Takeaway: Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard. But smart work with the right materials beats everything.

Physical Screening Preparation Guide

The POLAC screening is not just about books; it is about your body.

What to Wear:

You must appear in “White-on-White.”

• White Round-neck T-shirt.

• White Shorts (sports type).

• White Canvas/Sneakers and White Socks.

The Drills:

You may be asked to run 800 meters or perform push-ups.

• Training Tip: Start running today. Build your endurance.

• Posture: Stand tall. Shoulders back. When addressing an officer, look them in the eye (respectfully) and speak clearly.

How to Purchase the Complete Past Questions Pack

You have seen the samples. You have read the requirements. Now, it is time to take action. The complete Manny Spark POLAC Post UTME Guide contains over 1,500 questions, detailed answers, and exclusive admission secrets.

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