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JAMB Government 1978 Question 22

Question 22

Local Government

To raise funds, local governments can levy

  1. A.import duties
  2. B.income taxes
  3. C.excise duties
  4. D.rates
  5. E.profits tax
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (rates)

Explanation

Local governments raise money through rates (on property and tenements), fees and licences. Import and excise duties and company taxes belong to the federal government.