This paper examines how internationally funded projects are identified
as the needs of the communities. The primary data source for this study
was through the administration of questionnaires. Seven communities
were selected and a total of 250 structured questionnaires were
administered. The study shows that projects were identified as felt
needs by the communities. The rural people were consulted before the
implementation of the projects was commenced. It was observed
however, that projects were not carried out directly by international
organizations but through the local government officials. It was also
observed that the projects were not evenly distributed within the local
government area. Most of the projects were found to be functional with
the exception of a few. Our study further shows that projects were
effectively utilized. It is recommended that the communities should be
involved in the maintenance of the projects.