The purpose of this study is to investigate on the impact of revenue generation is local government administration in Nigeria with Enugu North Local Government area as a case study.
The study was based on theoretical foundation on financial management theory approach by R. Vause and human relations approach of Elton Mayo et al.
The major instrument used for the collection of data was the questionnaire named Revenue Generation Description questionnaire (R.G.D.Q) formulated by the researcher. Other forms used were oral interviews and casual observation. It is with the aid of these instruments that the researcher was able to collect a comprehensive data for the project.
Frequency, and percentage statistical method were used in the analysis of data.
The findings also revealed some anomalies in the Revenue Generation in the local government, which include bad recruitment policies, inadequate training and development, improper disciplinary measures and inadequate compensation scheme.
The researcher concluded by recommending that the local government should provide efficient base uniformity in her recruitment policies and making sure that the workers are adequately trained, developed and very much compensated for job done. This would enable the workers to improve on their efficiency thereby making the local government to be effective and also being responsible and responsive to the needs of the rural dwellers.