Deconcentration of power means the_______

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JAMB 2019

A. sharing of powers among tiers of government
B. creation of semi autonomous units to govern other parts of a state
C. process of setting strategies or policies for the subsidiary territories in the state by putting recognized personnel in place
D. act of delegating powers and authority to component units that exist in a state

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Deconcentration involves the passing down of selected administrative functions to lower levels or units within government agencies or departments with the centre remaining in control

Like the series of political office arrangements and portfolios in the Hausa/Fulani Empire i.e the Galadima, Waziri and the rest, deconcentration of power is obtainable unlike in devolution which Options B and D implicitly cover. Option A refers to the Decentralization of powers.

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