JAMB Government 1994 Question 13

Question 13

Civil Service

Accountability in public office means that officers shall

  1. A.keep proper account of state finances
  2. B.render good account of their activities
  3. C.not accept bribes and gratification
  4. D.declare their assets periodically
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (render good account of their activities)

Explanation

Being accountable means public officers must explain and answer for how they use the power and resources given to them, i.e. give a good account of their activities.