Local Government Administration
- Management Sciences
- 400 level
- 164 pages
- 19 units
This course provides an in-depth exploration of local government administration in Nigeria. It examines the origin, reforms, and systems of local government, delving into theories, structures, and functions. The course further investigates local government revenue, challenges, and control mechanisms. It also covers human resources management and inter-governmental relations, equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of local governance.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 52 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PAD444, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: STAFFING IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIONPage 85
- UNIT 2: PROMOTION, TRANSFER ,DISCIPLINE AND RETIREMENT IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIONPage 95
- UNIT 3: TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIONPage 105
- UNIT 4: INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIONPage 116
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PAD444 · UNIT 1 HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA
The system of indirect rule system later degenerated into direct rule because “the traditional rulers became mere local agents of colonial officers. The Emirs in the North, the Obas in the West and Warrant chiefs in the East became sole native authorities in their domains”(Ugwu, 2000:8).
What you should be able to do
- Explain the historical development of local government in Nigeria
- Describe the different systems of local government
- Analyze the functions and structures of local government
- Identify the sources of revenue for local government
- Evaluate the problems facing local government administration
- Apply theories of federalism to local government relations
What it prepares you for
- Local Government Administrator
- Policy Analyst
- Public Sector Manager
- Urban Planner
- Community Development Officer
- Government
- Public Administration
- Community Development
- Urban Planning
- Non-profit Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- MODULEII: THEORIES, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
Unit 1: Local Government Theories
Understanding the nuances of democratic-participatory, efficiency-services, and resource mobilization theories requires critical analysis and comparative assessment.
- MODULE III: LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVENUE , PROBLEMS AND CONTROL
UNIT 2: Improving Revenue generation
Grasping the intricacies of revenue generation challenges and devising effective strategies to improve revenue requires practical insights and innovative thinking.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 54 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1MODULE 1: ORIGIN, REFORMS AND SYSTEMS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Unit 1: Historical Development of local government · 4 hours
Read introduction and objectives.. Study historical development of local government.. Review Native Administration and growth of local government..
- Week 2MODULE 1: ORIGIN, REFORMS AND SYSTEMS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Unit 2: Local government Reforms · 4 hours
Examine local government reforms before 1966.. Study reforms during military regime.. Review post-1976 reforms..
- Week 3MODULE 1: ORIGIN, REFORMS AND SYSTEMS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Unit 3: Meaning, Reasons and Characteristics of Local government · 4 hours
Define local government.. Describe characteristics of local government.. Explain reasons for establishing local government..
- Week 4MODULE 1: ORIGIN, REFORMS AND SYSTEMS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Unit 4: Local government Systems · 4 hours
Classify local government systems.. Differentiate between French, Anglo-Saxon, and Marxian systems.. Analyze the relevance of each system..
- Week 5MODULEII: THEORIES, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
Unit 1: Local Government Theories · 4 hours
Explain the link between democracy and participation.. Study efficiency service theory.. Review resource mobilization theory..
- Week 6MODULEII: THEORIES, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
Unit 2: Structures of Local Government · 4 hours
Describe the structure of the executive arm.. Describe the legislative structure.. Analyze the functions of each structure..
- Week 7MODULEII: THEORIES, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
Unit 3: Functions of Local Government · 4 hours
Study mandatory local government functions.. Review participatory functions.. Analyze the constitutional basis of these functions..
- Week 8MODULEII: THEORIES, STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
Unit 4: Functions of the Local government Legislature · 4 hours
Describe law-making functions of the council.. Explain vetting and monitoring functions.. Review the mode of exercising legislative powers..
- Week 9MODULE III: LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVENUE , PROBLEMS AND CONTROL
UNIT 1: Sources of revenue · 4 hours
Describe external sources of revenue.. Explain internal sources of revenue.. Analyze the importance of each source..
- Week 10MODULE III: LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVENUE , PROBLEMS AND CONTROL
UNIT 2: Improving Revenue generation · 4 hours
Study challenges of revenue generation.. Suggest ways to improve revenue generation.. Review case studies of successful revenue generation strategies..
- Week 11MODULE III: LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVENUE , PROBLEMS AND CONTROL
UNIT3: Problems of local government · 4 hours
Describe various problems confronting local government.. Analyze how to overcome these problems.. Review case studies of problem-solving in local government..
- Week 12MODULE III: LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVENUE , PROBLEMS AND CONTROL
UNIT 4: Control of local government · 4 hours
Describe legislative control over local government.. Explain executive and administrative control.. Review judicial control mechanisms..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 6 hours
Review all modules and units.. Complete assignments and prepare for final examination.. Focus on key concepts and challenging areas..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of local government reforms in Nigeria (Units 2-4, Module 1)
- Compare and contrast the French, Anglo-Saxon, and Marxian systems of local government (Unit 4, Module 1)
- Develop case studies on revenue generation strategies for local governments (Unit 2, Module 3)
- Analyze the problems confronting local government administration and propose solutions (Unit 3, Module 3)
- Practice essay questions on the functions of local government and inter-governmental relations (Units 3-4, Module 2; Module 5)
Questions students ask about this course
What is PAD444 about?
This course provides an in-depth exploration of local government administration in Nigeria. It examines the origin, reforms, and systems of local government, delving into theories, structures, and functions. The course further investigates local government revenue, challenges, and control mechanisms. It also covers human resources management and inter-governmental relations, equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of local governance.
How many units does PAD444 have?
PAD444, Local Government Administration, has 19 units across 5 modules, over 164 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is PAD444 hard?
PAD444 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does PAD444 take to study?
About 52 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.
How is PAD444 assessed?
PAD444 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with PAD444?
Local Government Administrator, Policy Analyst, Public Sector Manager, Urban Planner and Community Development Officer.