Which of the following is a right associated with citizenship?

1. Analyze the question The question asks for a right that is associated with citizenship, meaning a right that belongs specifically to citizens and is not generally extended to non-citizens such as foreigners, visitors or residents.

2. Explain the concept Rights in Government are often divided into two broad groups:

• Human or natural rights: Rights every person enjoys simply by being human, whether citizen or foreigner. Examples include the right to life, privacy, dignity, and fair hearing.
• Civil and political rights of citizenship: Rights reserved for citizens. The key examples are the right to vote, the right to be voted for (contest elections), the right to hold public office, and the right to a passport.

Under the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, only citizens who are 18 years and above and registered can vote. A foreigner living in Nigeria cannot.

3. Step-by-step solution

• A. Right to education: This is a social and economic right. Although it is promoted for citizens, it is not exclusively a citizenship right, since foreigners can also attend schools in Nigeria.
• B. Right to vote: Only citizens (aged 18 and above) can exercise it. It is a political right, and it is the classic example of a right tied to citizenship.
• C. Right to privacy: A fundamental human right protected for everyone in the country (Section 37), whether citizen or not.
• D. Right to property: Also a general human right (Section 43/44). Even non-citizens may own and be protected in their property.

Only option B is exclusive to citizens.

4. Answer The correct option is B. Right to vote.

5. Exam tip Remember: "Vote = Citizen only." When a question asks for a right of citizenship, think of the political rights: voting, contesting for office, and holding public positions. Rights like life, privacy, and property are for everyone, not just citizens.