Theory question 109
National ValuesSection C: Governmental System and Processes
(a) Define national development.
(b) Explain four ways in which corruption has retarded the development of the Nigerian State.
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(a) National development is the overall improvement in the economic, social and political life of a country and the well-being of its citizens.
(b) Any four, explained:
Public funds are stolen, so projects are abandoned or not done.
Poor infrastructure (roads, power, hospitals) from inflated or fake contracts.
Bad image abroad discourages foreign investment.
Unemployment and poverty increase.
Merit is ignored, so incompetent people hold office.
Weak institutions and loss of public trust.
Electoral fraud brings bad leaders to power.
Define development, then show how each corrupt act blocks it.