The following are problems of development planning in Nigeria EXCEPT

Step 1: Analyze the question We are asked to find the option that is NOT a problem of development planning in Nigeria. Four options will be genuine problems, and one will not be.

Step 2: Recall the concept Common problems of development planning in Nigeria include:

• Inadequate and unreliable statistical data
• Shortage of capital or funds
• Poor implementation (weak commitment, corruption, policy inconsistency)
• Shortage of skilled and technical manpower
• Political instability and changes of government
• Lack of continuity between governments

Step 3: Check each option

• A. Inadequate capital: A real problem. Plans often fail because funds are insufficient or are mismanaged.
• B. Under-population: Not a problem. Nigeria has a very large and fast-growing population, about 200 million or more. The population concern is over-population, which strains resources and planning, not under-population.
• C. Inadequate statistical data: A real problem. Planning needs accurate census, income, and output figures, and these are often unreliable or outdated.
• D. Poor implementation of economic planning: A real problem. Many good plans fail because of corruption, lack of political will, and poor monitoring.

Step 4: Identify the answer The option that is not a problem of development planning in Nigeria is B. under-population.

Exam tip: In "EXCEPT" questions, look for the option that contradicts the facts. Nigeria's population is large, so "under-population" stands out immediately. Remember the planning problems with the mnemonic D-I-C-E: Data shortage, Implementation failure, Capital shortage, Expertise (skilled manpower) shortage.