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Democracy is yet to take firm root in Africa because
It retards African development
African leaders are not experienced enough
Most African leaders detest the will of the people
It is expensive system of government
Correct answer is B
Factors affecting democracy in Africa
Which of the following functions is not performed by the public service commission?
Evaluating the performance of ministries and departments
Advising government on technical matters
Preparing the annual budget and assenting to it
Organizing enlightenment programmes and training
Correct answer is C
The public service commission Promote and maintain the highest levels of integrity, impartiality, accountability and leadership across the government sector. Improve the capability of the government sector to provide strategic and innovative policy advice, implement the decisions of the Government and meet public expectations.
Campaign for democracy
Save Nigeria group
Civil liberties organisation
National democratic coalition
Correct answer is A
The Campaign for Democracy (CD), organized in the 1990s is a Nigerian civil society group that advocates for greater democracy in Nigeria and called for an end to the country's military dictatorship.
Democracy can promote national development
Good governance
Promotion of culture
Immunity for leaders
Registration of parties
Correct answer is A
Democracy can promote development through a peaceful and productive society based on effective state institutions. Good governance in this sense means effective and efficient structures which provide optimal support to citizens in leading a safe and productive life in line with their desires and opportunities.
National interest
African integration
Support for donor agencies
Just world economic order
Correct answer is A
Nigeria's formal foreign policy objectives - as outlined in the 1999 Constitution - are the promotion and protection of national interest, African integration and unity, and international collaboration; in that order.