This study investigates the contributions of intergovernmental relations (IGR) to national unity and development in Nigeria, focusing on the roles of fiscal coordination and institutional mechanisms such as the National Economic Council (NEC) and the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). Descriptive survey design was adopted, with data collected from 219 respondents across federal, state, and local government levels using a structured questionnaire. Statistical tools including mean analysis and Pearson Product Moment Correlation were used to analyze the data and test hypotheses. Findings revealed a strong positive relationship between IGR and national unity, as well as between fiscal coordination and socio-economic development. Additionally, the effectiveness of NEC and RMAFC was found to significantly influence cooperative governance. The study concluded that strengthened IGR frameworks are vital for sustaining unity and driving national development. It recommends legal reforms to empower IGR institutions, enhance fiscal transparency, and promote inclusive governance across all tiers of government in Nigeria.
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