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Government — JAMB Syllabus
Below are the topics and areas you are expected to study for Government in the UTME examination. Questions will be drawn from these topics.
1
Basic Concepts in Government
Topics / Contents
- Definition of government
- Functions of government
- Political power, authority and legitimacy
- Sovereignty
2
Forms of Government
Topics / Contents
- Monarchy and republic
- Unitary and federal systems
- Presidential and parliamentary systems
- Confederal system
3
Arms of Government
Topics / Contents
- The Legislature
- The Executive
- The Judiciary
- Separation of powers and checks and balances
4
Political Parties and Pressure Groups
Topics / Contents
- Types of political parties
- Functions of political parties
- Pressure groups and their roles
- Elections and electoral systems
5
Nigerian Government and Politics
Topics / Contents
- Pre-colonial political systems
- Colonial administration
- Constitutional development in Nigeria
- Political parties in Nigeria
- Military rule in Nigeria
6
International Organizations
Topics / Contents
- United Nations Organization (UNO)
- African Union (AU)
- Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
- Commonwealth of Nations