The smooth operation of the civil service in Nigeria is mostly hampered by

A.

inadequate training of personnel

B.

corruption and inefficiency

C.

debt burden and redundancy

D.

poor infrastructure

Correct answer is B

The smooth operation of the civil service in Nigeria is mostly hampered by corruption and inefficiency.

The effectiveness of the civil service has been reduced by bribery and corruption.This is to the extent that civil servants find it very difficult to perform their official duties unless they receive bribe.

Other problems of the civil service in Nigeria are:

1. Political instability

2. Political interference

3. Red-Tapism

4. Tribalism

5. Geographical spread

6. Negative attitude to work

7. Poor conditions of service

8. Inadequate training facilities etc.