JAMB Government 1998 Question 41

Question 41

Local Government

The change in the role of traditional rulers in local government administration in Nigeria can be attributed to the

  1. A.1976 local government reforms
  2. B.involvement of the military in politics
  3. C.lack of support for the traditional rulers by the citizens
  4. D.1988 civil service reforms
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (1976 local government reforms)

Explanation

The 1976 reforms made local governments elected councils and reduced traditional rulers to advisory and ceremonial roles.