Government
WAEC 2022
Highlight five benefits which the adoption of federalism has brought to the political development of Nigeria.
Explanation
- Governance is well-defined and made easier as spelt out in the constitution
- Local issues receive prompt attention from the local government
- Issues of diversities and plurality are addressed by the Constitution
- It has offered protection to the minority groups/interest
- Citizens feel a part of the political process and system/sense of belonging
- It ensures the protection of Nigeria against external attack
- Agricultural issues are addressed
- State governors have better understanding of their states, powers and functions
- The system allows for effective checks and balances between the centre and components units
- It has encouraged local initiative
- It has contributed to the pooling of resources for national development
- It has enhanced prestige of Nigeria among the comity of nations
- The Federation addresses revenue sharing formula
- The Nigerian Federation allows state governments to contract foreign loans and investments.
- The Federation allows the states to develop at their own pace.
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