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• 1. a) Trace and discuss the evolutionary trend to the emergence of Nigerian State. 10 marks b) Explain the major economic linkages in spatial development. 5 marks c) The concept of development as transformation involves some basic principles. Briefly explain any five (5) of the principles. 7.5 marks d) Explain briefly the five (5) rationales for performance evaluation. 7.5 marks

• 2. a) Discuss six (6) managerial problems and issues to be addressed in relation to the management of municipalities. 6 marks b) How does illiteracy makes the creation of awareness an uphill task in Africa? 4marks c) Discuss five (5) functions of NEMA. 10 marks

• 3. a) Explain any six (6) functions of Local Government Areas as provided in the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria. 10 marks b) Discuss briefly five (5) problems of local government in Nigeria. 5 marks c) Suggest five (5) possible ways for ameliorating the problems of local government in Nigeria. 5 marks