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Under the present local government system in Nigeria, local councils get the bulk of ...

Under the present local government system in Nigeria, local councils get the bulk of their finances from
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  • A Rates and taxes
  • B State governments
  • C The federal government
  • D Self-help schemes
  • E Fines and penalties by the courts
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Under the present local government system in Nigeria, local councils get the bulk of their finances from the federal government. This comes through statutory allocations from the Federation Account. While they also generate some revenue from rates and taxes, the main source is federal allocation.

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