(a) itemize five components of the public service in Nigeria (b) Advance five reasons for the ineffectiveness and inefficiency of public servants in Nigeria...

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Civic Education - 2021 (Essay) Subject: Civic Education

Question 1 Report

(a) itemize five components of the public service in Nigeria
(b) Advance five reasons for the ineffectiveness and inefficiency of public servants in Nigeria.

Answer Details

(a) Five components of the public service in Nigeria

  1. The Civil Service (ministries, departments and agencies).
  2. The Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force).
  3. The Police and other security/paramilitary services.
  4. Public corporations and parastatals (for example NNPC, NPA).
  5. The Judicial Service and the teaching/education service.

(b) Five reasons for the ineffectiveness and inefficiency of public servants in Nigeria

  1. Corruption: Bribery, embezzlement and fraud divert resources and lower productivity.
  2. Poor remuneration: Low and irregular payment of salaries discourages hard work and dedication.
  3. Inadequate training: Lack of regular training and retraining leaves workers with outdated skills.
  4. Poor working conditions and inadequate facilities: Lack of modern equipment and a good working environment hampers performance.
  5. Political interference and favouritism: Undue interference, nepotism and appointment based on connection rather than merit reduce efficiency.

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