In a Federal System (such as Nigeria) the Local Governments are directly responsible?

A. to the Federal or Central Government
B. to the State Government
C. to the Federal and State Government
D. to no other level of government

Correct Answer:

Option B – to the State Government

Explanation

According to the 1979 constitution. Furthermore, before 1979 we don’t have the third tiers government (the local government). So it was that constitution that gave birth to thus government and is solely responsible to the state government. It is also known as grass-root government.