At the end of the course, the students should be able to:
The theory of Federalism that has been popularised by eminent scholars like K.C Wheare (the doyen of federalism), Spinelli, Elazar, Elaigwu and Riker. Other relevant theories to be taught include the functionalist theory, the neo-functionalist theory, the theory of inter- governmentalism, the Liberalist theory, the internationalist theory. The concept of regionalism, the conflict approach, the organisational approach, and the five-driver approach.