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Why your council Chairman seems invisible
Common misconception
Many people don't know who their Local Government Chairman is or what the office actually does.
How it actually works
Each of Nigeria's 774 Local Government Areas has an elected Chairman and Councillors. LGAs are responsible for primary education, primary health centers, markets, motor parks, slaughterhouses, local roads, drains, streetlights, and waste management—as outlined in the Fourth Schedule of the 1999 Constitution.
Why it affects everyday life
When your street has no light, your drain is blocked, or your primary health center lacks staff, your LGA Chairman is the person to contact. Most citizens direct these complaints to the Governor, delaying action. Knowing your Chairman's name and office speeds up problem resolution.
Key Takeaway
Your LGA Chairman handles local services—roads, drains, markets, and primary schools. Learn their name.
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