Theory question 107
Structure and Organs of GovernmentSection C: Governmental System and Processes
(a) Identify five functions of local government.
(b) Outline five sources of local government revenue.
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Model answer
(a) Any five (Fourth Schedule): collection of rates and taxes; markets and motor parks; registration of births, deaths and marriages; refuse disposal and sanitation; local roads and streets; primary health care; primary education (with the state); naming of streets; licensing of bicycles, canoes and radios; cemeteries.
(b) Any five: statutory allocation from the Federation Account; share of state revenue (10% of state internally generated revenue); rates and local taxes; market and motor park fees; licences and permits; fines; grants and loans.
Explanation
Five functions; five revenue sources.