Observation

Candidates’ performance in this question was commendable. Majority of the candidates attempted this question and those who attempted it did justice to the topic. On average, the performances of candidates were above average. Points candidates were to take note of are

(a)        Principal officers of Nigeria Local Government Legislative Council

1. Leader of the House
2. Deputy Leader
3. Majority Leader
4. Minority Leader
5. Chief Whip

(b)       Benefits that Citizens at the Local Government Level may derive from the autonomy of the third tier of Government

1. Fostering even and rapid socio-economic development of the communities
2. Encouraging greater participation of the locals in government activities
3. Providing utility services and social amenities to the local people
4. Maintenance of law and order
5. Promotion of accountability of government to the citizens at the local level
6. Promotion of effective and efficient communication link between the central government and the people at the grassroots level
7. It makes appropriate services and development activities responsive to local wishes.
8. Mobilizing human and material resources through the involvement of members of the public in their local development
9. Bringing government nearer to people
10. Providing solutions to communal problems