The Three Arms of Government
Every government does three jobs. Nigeria's Constitution gives each job to a different set of hands, on purpose.
What this unit covers
Unit 4: Arms of Government and Federalism
- 1 The Three Arms of GovernmentEvery government does three jobs. Nigeria's Constitution gives each job to a different set of hands, on purpose. · 9 min
- 2 Separation of Powers and Checks and BalancesSplitting power is only half the trick. The other half is letting each arm keep an eye on the other two. · 9 min
- 3 Federalism in NigeriaWhy a country of hundreds of ethnic groups chose to share power between Abuja, the states and the local governments. · 9 min
- 4 Tiers of Government and Revenue AllocationAbuja, 36 state capitals and 774 council secretariats all wait for the same monthly meeting. Here is how the money is shared. · 10 min