Problems of Nigerian federalism - SS2 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the biggest challenge of Nigerian federalism?
Revenue allocation formula
Minority issues
State creation
How many ethnic groups are there in Nigeria?
Over 100
Over 200
Over 300
What is the controversy surrounding state creation in Nigeria?
Some groups believe new states should be created for equity
Some groups believe new states will deepen problems of revenue allocation
Both a and b
What is the cause of conflicts and violence in Nigeria?
Revenue allocation formula
Ethnic rivalries
State creation
What is the solution to the challenges facing Nigerian federalism?
Increasing central government control
Addressing revenue allocation, minority representation, state creation, and ethnic rivalries
Ignoring minority representation
Addressing revenue allocation, minority representation, state creation, and ethnic rivalries
What type of government does Nigeria practice?
Nigeria practices a federal system of government.
What is the main issue with revenue allocation in Nigeria's federal system?
The main issue with revenue allocation in Nigeria's federal system is that the central government controls a significant portion of the country's resources and revenue, leaving the states with limited funds to develop their respective regions.