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(1) For the purpose of attaining its objectives, the Institute shall perform the following functions:

(a) arrange courses, workshops, seminars and conferences for persons engaged in areas of local government;

(b) prescribe the qualification of persons eligible for training at the Institute;

(c) undertake and promote research in local government;

(d) develop training materials for members of the Regional Co-ordinating Councils, District Assemblies, and other local government units;

(e) publish literature relevant to local government;

(f) develop specialized libraries for purposes of local government;

(g) provide consultancy and advisory services to the Central Government, units of local government and any other body that may require those services;

(h) collaborate with national and international institutions of relevance in the performance of its functions; and

(i) perform other functions assigned to it by the Minister.

(2) The Institute may award certificates, diplomas and higher qualifications as may be agreed upon by the Institute and approved by the National Accreditation Board.