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JAMB 2008 - Question 36

Government 2008 JAMB Past Questions - Question 36: Prior to 1966, the system of local government in western region was based on the three-tier structure of

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Prior to 1966, the system of local government in western region was based on the three-tier structure of
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B:
C:
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Correct Answer

C

Explanation

Prior to 1966, the system of local government inWestern Region was based on the three-tier structure of Division, District andLocal Councils. In Western Nigeria, there was the 1952 Ordinance which established three tier system - divisional,district and local councils. Each tier was given responsibilities according toits resources, with the divisional councils shouldering the greatest responsibilities