Question 47
Local GovernmentThe new Local Government Reforms in Nigeria
- A.seek to establish uniformity in type, purpose and functions of local authorities
- B.make traditional rulers more powerful than ever before
- C.are a waste of time and the federal government's money
- D.promote unity but allow for some diversity in the structure of local governments
- 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.