(a) The term Government as an art of governing refers to the methods and processes involved in the formulation and implementation of public policies.
(b) (i) To make laws for peace and good governance.
(ii) To administer justice through amicable settlement of disputes.
(iii) To provide infrastructure/social services for the people e.g construction, maintenance of roads, etc.
(iv) To defend and protect the lives and properties of its citizens.
(v) To protect the Fundamental Human Rights e.g. right to life, property, etc
(vi) To maintain external relations with other countries.
(vii) To enforce/implement laws and policies upon the people.
(viii) To provide and enhance the provision of employment opportunities.
(ix) To maintain law and order.
(x) To raise public revenue
(xi) To promote and protect national interest
(xii) To organize and conduct elections and population census.