THE MILLENIUM DEVELOPMENT GOALS (MDGs) AND THE CHALLENGES OF DEVELOPMENT AT THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEV
Authors:
AYOMOLA Oluranti
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Abstract
This paper examines the relationship between the challenges oj development at the grassroots in Nigeria and the capability to attain the Millennium development Goals (MDGs). In achieving this, the paper relied on secondary data. It adopted descriptive and analytical framework of analysis, which emphasizes the lack of autonomy, inadequate financing and functionality on the part of local government in Nigeria. Consequent upon these inadequacies, they have been unable to perform their essential roles in formulating and implementing policies that would enhance the attainment of the MDGs at the grass root level. The paper concludes that strengthening of local government through promotion of rural development with utmost emphasis on agriculture and agro-industrial development could serve as a way out.
