JAMB Government 1978 Question 47

Question 47

Local Government

The new Local Government Reforms in Nigeria

  1. A.seek to establish uniformity in type, purpose and functions of local authorities
  2. B.make traditional rulers more powerful than ever before
  3. C.are a waste of time and the federal government's money
  4. D.promote unity but allow for some diversity in the structure of local governments
  5. E.would definitely establish clean and efficient governments at the local level
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (seek to establish uniformity in type, purpose and functions of local authorities)

Explanation

The 1976 reform created a single, uniform system of multi-purpose local governments with similar structure and functions throughout Nigeria.