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Gce Government Syllabus

The document outlines two main sections: Elements of Government and West African Development & International Relations. It covers topics such as the meaning and purpose of government, forms of government, citizenship, political parties, and electoral processes, as well as historical and contemporary political systems in West Africa, including colonial administrations and military rule. Additionally, it discusses constitutional developments and the role of international organizations in the region.

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Gce Government Syllabus

The document outlines two main sections: Elements of Government and West African Development & International Relations. It covers topics such as the meaning and purpose of government, forms of government, citizenship, political parties, and electoral processes, as well as historical and contemporary political systems in West Africa, including colonial administrations and military rule. Additionally, it discusses constitutional developments and the role of international organizations in the region.

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Section A – Elements of Government

1. Meaning, scope & purpose of government


2. Basic concepts & principles
3. Constitutions: sources, types, functions
4. Forms & types of government
5. Organs of government (three arms)
6. Citizenship
7. Political parties & party systems
8. Electoral processes & commissions
9. Pressure groups & public opinion
10. Public administration, civil service, local gov’t, public
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Section B – West African Development & International Relations
1. Pre-colonial political systems (major ethnic groups)
2. Colonial administrations: British indirect rule, French assimilation
3. Nationalist movements in West Africa
4. Constitutional developments (pre- & post-independence)
5. Evolution of political parties in West Africa
6. Military rule in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Gambia, Liberia
7. Federal vs unitary systems in the region
8. Foreign policy of candidate countries (esp. Nigeria)
9. International organisations: UN, OAU/AU, Commonwealth,
ECOWAS

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