WATER AND AIR TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA
Subject :
Social Studies
Topic :
WATER AND AIR TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA
Class :
Primary 6
Term :
Second Term,
Week :
Week 3
Instructional Materials :
- pictures pf seaports
- Pictures of airports
- Whiteboard/ chalkboard
- Interactive poster
- Interactive video
- Pictures of Aeroplanes, helicopters and other air vehicles
- Pictures of cargo ships, ocean liners, speed boats and other sea vehicles
Reference Materials
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
Previous Knowledge :
The pupils have previous knowledge of TRAINING THE POPULATION TO BE HEALTHY AND PRODUCTIVE (LABOUR FORCE)
Behavioural Objectives : At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- Explain the Meaning of water transport in Nigeria
- Say the Meaning of air transport in Nigeria
- Mention the Problems of water and air transportation in Nigeria
- Suggest various Solutions to the problems of water and air transportation in Nigeria
Content :
MEANS OF WATER TRANSPORT IN NIGERIA
Water transportation is the movement of people and goods on water from one geographical location to another with the aid of water vehicles like boats, canoes, ships etc
Water transportation is an important mode of transportation in Nigeria, as the country has a long coastline and many rivers and waterways. The main ports in Nigeria are located in Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Calabar, and they handle the majority of the country’s imports and exports. Inland waterways are also used to transport goods and passengers between cities, particularly in the Niger Delta region.
MEANS OF WATER TRANSPORT IN NIGERIA
The following are water vehicles that are commonly used in Nigeria
- Boats
- Ships
- Ocean Liners
- Ferries: Ferries are used to transport passengers and vehicles across rivers and other waterways.
- Barges: Barges are used to transport large quantities of goods, such as oil and gas, along the waterways.
- Speedboats: Speedboats are used for both passenger and cargo transportation, and are often used to travel between small towns and villages along the waterways.
- Canoes: Canoes are small boats that are traditionally used by local communities for fishing and transportation.
MEANINGS OF AIR TRANSPORTATION
Air transportation is the movement of people and goods on air from one place to another with the aid of air vehicles like personal jets, helicopters, airplanes etc. It is the fastest means of transportation.
Air transportation is also an important mode of transportation in Nigeria, with several airports located throughout the country. The main international airport is the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, and there are also major airports in Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt. Domestic flights are operated by several airlines, including Arik Air and Air Peace.
MEANS OF AIR TRANSPORTATION
The following are means of air transport
- Aeroplanes
- Helicopters
- Jets
The main means of air transportation in Nigeria are airplanes, which are operated by several airlines, including Arik Air, Air Peace, and Dana Air. These airlines operate both domestic and international flights, connecting major cities within Nigeria with each other and with other countries around the world. In addition to passenger flights, cargo planes are also used to transport goods and materials within Nigeria and to other countries. There are several airports located throughout Nigeria, including the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, and the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano.
PROBLEMS OF WATER TRANSPORTATION
- Few seaports and ships
- Weeds in water make movement on water difficult and time-consuming.
- Lack of equipment and expert to fix problems when necessary.
- Poor condition of boats, ferries, ships make water transportation by water risky.
- High Cost of maintenance
PROBLEMS OF AIR TRANSPORTATION
- High cost of maintenance of aircraft
- Few planes
- Few trained pilots
- Few airports
- High fares
- Weather condition
SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEMS WATER AND AIR TRANSPORTATION
- Provision of more planes, helicopters, ferries, ships, and boats.
- More pilots and engineers should be train.
- Provision of more airports and seaports
There are several challenges facing water and air transportation in Nigeria, including:
- Poor infrastructure: Many of the ports, airports, and waterways in Nigeria are in need of repair or upgrade. This can make it difficult for vessels to access them and for planes to land and take off safely.
- Limited capacity: Some of the ports and airports in Nigeria are unable to handle the volume of traffic that they receive, leading to delays and congestion.
- Safety concerns: There have been several accidents involving water and air transportation in Nigeria, raising concerns about safety.
To address these challenges, the following solutions could be considered:
- Investment in infrastructure: Improving the infrastructure at ports, airports, and on waterways can make it easier and safer for vessels to access them.
- Increasing capacity: Building new ports and airports, or expanding existing ones, can help to alleviate congestion and improve efficiency.
- Improving safety: Implementing stronger safety regulations and investing in safety equipment and training can help to reduce the risk of accidents.
- Encouraging the use of other modes of transportation: Promoting the use of alternative modes of transportation, such as rail and road, can help to reduce the demand on water and air transportation and alleviate some of the challenges faced by these systems.
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Evaluation :
- Mention two air vehicles
- Mention two water vehicles
- What is air transportation
- What is water transportation
- Mention two problems of air transportation in Nigeria
- Mention two solutions to water transportation in Nigeria
- Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing water and air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Poor infrastructure b) Limited capacity c) Overcrowding d) Safety concerns
- Which of the following solutions could be implemented to improve the safety of water and air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Investment in infrastructure b) Increasing capacity c) Improving safety regulations and equipment d) All of the above
- Which of the following is NOT a way to increase the capacity of water and air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Building new ports and airports b) Expanding existing ports and airports c) Improving the infrastructure of existing ports and airports d) Decreasing the number of vessels and planes in operation
- Which of the following is NOT a solution to the challenges facing water and air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Improving infrastructure b) Increasing capacity c) Encouraging the use of other modes of transportation d) Decreasing the demand for transportation
- Which of the following is NOT a way to encourage the use of other modes of transportation in Nigeria?
a) Investing in rail and road infrastructure b) Subsidizing the cost of air and water travel c) Promoting the use of bicycles and walking d) All of the above are ways to encourage the use of other modes of transportation
- Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing water transportation in Nigeria?
a) Poor infrastructure b) Limited capacity c) Safety concerns d) Overcrowding
- Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Poor infrastructure b) Limited capacity c) Safety concerns d) Lack of demand
- Which of the following is NOT a way to improve the infrastructure of water transportation in Nigeria?
a) Repairing and upgrading ports and waterways b) Building new ports and waterways c) Decreasing the number of vessels in operation d) All of the above are ways to improve the infrastructure of water transportation
- Which of the following is NOT a way to improve the infrastructure of air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Repairing and upgrading airports b) Building new airports c) Decreasing the number of planes in operation d) All of the above are ways to improve the infrastructure of air transportation
- Which of the following is NOT a solution to the challenges facing water and air transportation in Nigeria?
a) Improving infrastructure b) Increasing capacity c) Improving safety regulations and equipment d) Decreasing the demand for transportation
Conclusion :
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Assignment :
Prepare for the next lesson by reading about
TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEM IN NIGERIA
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES