TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE: Introduction
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Research Questions
1.4 Aim and Objectives of the Study
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope of the Study
1.7 Operational Definition of Terms
1.8 Synopsis of Study
CHAPTER TWO: Literature Review
2.1 conceptual review
2.1.1 Understanding the Concept of Corruption
2.1.2 Local Government
2.1.3 Reasons for the Establishment of Local Governments
2.1.4 Functions of Local Government Administration
2.1.5 Characteristics of Good Governance and Accountability in Local Government Administration
2.1.5 Factors Militating Against Local Governments’ Performance in Nigeria
2.2 Empirical Review
2.3 Theoretical Review
2.4 Theoretical Framework
CHAPTER THREE: Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Study Area
3.3 Population of the Study
3.4 Sample Size
3.5 Sampling Techniques
3.6 Research Instrument
3.7 Reliability and Validity
3.8 Methods of Data Collection
3.9 Methods of Data Analysis
CHAPTER FOUR: Data Analysis and Interpretation of Results
4.1 Demographic Data of Respondents
4.2 Descriptive Analysis of Data on Relevant Variables
CHAPTER FIVE: Summary, Conclusion and Recommendations
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations
References
Appendix
