WAEC Government 2023 Theory — Question 3

Model answer

1. Corruption and embezzlement of public funds by officials in charge of institutions. 2. Inadequate funding and poor logistics for the effective running of institutions. 3. Political interference and patronage in the appointment and operation of institutions. 4. Poor/incompetent leadership and weak capacity of personnel manning the institutions. 5. Weak or poor application/enforcement of the constitution and other relevant laws. (Other acceptable points: poor conditions of service leading to low staff morale; nepotism and favouritism in staffing.)