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JAMB Government 1999 Question 40

Question 40

Local Government

One of the main reasons for the creation of more local governments in Nigeria is to

  1. A.make them more responsive to people's needs
  2. B.weaken the powers of traditional authorities
  3. C.make them more receptive to traditional rulers
  4. D.establish them as the third tier in the federal structure
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (make them more responsive to people's needs)

Explanation

Smaller, more numerous councils bring government closer to the people, so it can respond better to local needs.