Challenges of revenue generation in Nigeria local government - case study of Ilorin west local government council Kwara state Department: Public Administration By: Eniolamoses Project ID: 8784 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦3000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis research study critically examines the Challenges of Revenue Generation in Nigerian Local Government, with specific reference to Ilorin West Local Government Council in Kwara State. Local government authorities in Nigeria are constitutionally tasked with grassroots development and service delivery; however, their performance is often constrained by inadequate revenue generation and poor fiscal management. The study investigates the factors militating against effective revenue mobilization and administration within the Ilorin West Local Government area, evaluating both internal and external revenue sources, policy implementation, and administrative capacity. A descriptive research design was employed, utilizing both primary and secondary data. Primary data were obtained through structured questionnaires and interviews conducted with key officials and residents within the local government area, while secondary data were gathered from official records, scholarly articles, and government publications. The findings reveal that the major challenges affecting revenue generation in Ilorin West include weak administrative structures, corruption and financial leakages, poor taxpayer compliance, inadequate database of taxable entities, lack of skilled personnel, and overdependence on federal statutory allocations. Furthermore, political interference, low public awareness of tax responsibilities, and outdated revenue laws contribute significantly to poor fiscal outcomes. The study concludes that for local governments like Ilorin West to effectively fulfill their developmental roles, there must be a comprehensive reform of their revenue generation mechanisms. This includes the adoption of modern revenue management systems, transparent financial practices, enforcement of tax laws, and capacity building for revenue officers. The research offers policy recommendations aimed at improving internally generated revenue (IGR) and reducing dependency on federal allocations, thereby empowering local governments to function as autonomous and development-driven institutions. Keywords: Revenue Generation, Local Government, Fiscal Administration, Internally Generated Revenue, Ilorin West, Public Finance, Nigeria...Preview Download Preview +Other Public Administration project topics and materials you might be interested in»Impact of industrial conflict on the performance of workers in the government parastatal (a case study of Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)»The influence of effective personnel management practice in organization performance»Human resources as a catalyst for economic growth and development in Nigeria (a case study of Abuja municipal area council) »Local government financial autonomy and grass root development in Nigeria (a case study of Afikpo north local government area)»Manpower training and development as a tool for effective performance in public sector in Nigeria»The impact of poor revenue generation on the development of Local Government Areas»Enhancing political stability in Nigeria through good governance ( a case study of Abia state)»Effects of delayed payment of lecturers salaries and wages on students performance»Niger-Delta crisis and its impact on socio-economic development in Nigeria»Fuel subsidy removal and the Nigerian economy (a case study of Abakiliki local government area, Ebonyi state) »Accountability and corruption in local government in Nigeria (Case study of Bonny local government area of Rivers state)»Political instability a major hindrance to effective policy implementation and good governance (a case study of Nigeria 1983 -1999)»Bureaucracy and efficiency (a case study of Enugu state civil service)»Impact of collective bargaining techniques on industrial relations practice (a case study of two selected firms from NUPENG and NUBIFE)»The influence of employee behaviour on the internal audit function of an organization (a case study of P.Z. industries plc Aba)