The Efficiency Level of Political Leadership in Local Governments Areas of Osun State, Nigeria (2007-2015)

Abstract

This paper examines the level of efficiency of political leadership in social service delivery in Osun State Local Governments. It reviews the related concepts. The study utilized both primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected through administration of questionnaire and conduct of in-depth interviews.The results revealed that the level of efficiency of political leadership in social services delivery appears laudable between the two identified political structures. Elected political leaders performed significantly well with (67%) while appointed political leaders performed with (33%). The paper highlighted some recommendations and concluded that elected political leaders performed better and more efficient than the appointed political leaders in social service delivery in Osun State Local Governments from 2007 to 2015.

Keywords: Leadership, Political Leadership, Efficiency, Local Government, Osun State and Nigeria.