The Structure and Workings of Nigerian Federalism - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1993

In Nigeria, the function of Council of States is

A. Judicial
B. Investigative
C. Legislative
D. Advisory

Question 12:

• JAMB 1994

One major constraint on the smooth operation of federalism in Nigeria is the

A. Tack of an acceptable revenue allocation formula
B. Inability to conduct a successful census
C. High cost of administration
D. Frequent change of government

Question 13:

• JAMB 1995

Nigeria adopted the nineteen state structure in

A. 1966
B. 1960
C. 1969
D. 1976

Question 14:

• JAMB 1997

Under the Babangida administration, the political bureau recommended at the federal level

A. Unicameral legislature and multi-party system
B. Unicameral legislature and two -party system
C. Unicameral legislature and two- party system
D. Bicameral legislature and two -party system

Question 15:

• JAMB 1997

The creation of more states in Nigeria has

A. Eliminated ethnic and religious conflicts
B. Reduced the gap between rich and poor states
C. Increased the powers of the federal government
D. Increased the powers of the states and local governments