JAMB Government 2007 Question 34

Question 34

Local Government

Following the 1976 Local Government Reforms in Nigeria, the local governments were empowered to

  1. A.promulgate edicts
  2. B.promulgate and enforce bye-laws
  3. C.appoint and dismiss chairmen
  4. D.appoint and dismiss directors personnel.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (promulgate and enforce bye-laws)

Explanation

Local councils can make and enforce bye-laws on local matters such as markets and sanitation.