Prior to 1966,the system of local government in western region was based on the three-tier structure of

A.

native authority, division and district councils

B.

district, local and area councils

C.

division, district and local councils

D.

province, district and local councils

Correct answer is C

Prior to 1966,the system of local government in western region was based on the three-tier structure of Division, District and Local Councils. In Western Nigeria, there was the 1952 ordinance which established three tier system -divisional, district and local councils. Each tier was given responsibilities according to its resources, with the divisional councils shouldering the greatest responsibilities.