The .... was the programme initiated to institutionalise the local government system in Nigeria

  • A Local Government Reform of 1976
  • B Local Government Reform of 1979
  • C Municipal Local Authority Reform of 1976
  • D Municipal Local Authority Reform of 1979
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The correct answer is A. Local Government Reform of 1976

The Local Government Reform of 1976 is the correct answer. It was a nationwide undertaking by the military government of Murtala/Obasanjo Regime as part of its intention to return power to the civilians and ensure active participation of the people in own affairs especially at the grassroots level.

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