Reasons Why Made-in-Nigerian Goods Suffer Low Patronage Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 11 years
Topic: Reasons Why Made-in-Nigerian Goods Suffer Low Patronage
Sub-topic: Challenges and Explanations
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Mention at least three reasons why made-in-Nigerian goods suffer low patronage, such as government policy, fake products, and exchange rates.
2. Explain these reasons in detail.

Keywords

• Patronage
• Government Policy
• Fake Products
• Exchange Rate

Set Induction

The teacher will start by discussing a recent local product that faced challenges in the market. This will introduce the topic of low patronage for made-in-Nigerian goods.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with the concept of buying goods and may have some knowledge of challenges faced by local products.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Case studies of Nigerian products facing low patronage
• Visual aids showing reasons for low patronage
• Chalkboard and chalk

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will connect the challenges of low patronage to previous lessons on the benefits of valuing Nigerian goods, reinforcing why addressing these challenges is crucial.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Economic awareness

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Visual aids illustrating challenges in local product markets
• Examples of local products facing low patronage

Content

Reasons Why Made-in-Nigerian Goods Suffer Low Patronage

1. Government Policy:
   • Description: Policies and regulations that may disadvantage local producers compared to foreign products.
   • Example: High tariffs on imported raw materials can make local goods more expensive.
2. Fake Products:
   • Description: The prevalence of counterfeit or substandard goods in the market, which affects consumer trust in local products.
   • Example: Fake brands or imitation products that deceive consumers and hurt the reputation of genuine local products.
3. Exchange Rate Fluctuations:
   • Description: Volatility in exchange rates can increase the cost of importing raw materials, making local products less competitive.
   • Example: Fluctuating Naira to Dollar exchange rates can impact the cost of production for local manufacturers.
4. Inadequate Infrastructure:
   • Description: Poor infrastructure such as roads and transportation systems can hinder the distribution and accessibility of local goods.
   • Example: Difficulty in transporting goods from factories to markets can reduce availability and sales.
5. Limited Market Access:
   • Description: Local products may struggle to access broader markets due to lack of exposure or marketing support.
   • Example: Small-scale producers may find it hard to reach national or international markets.

Evaluation

Fill in the blank with the correct option (a, b, c, or d):

1. One reason for low patronage of made-in-Nigerian goods is __________. a) government policy
   b) high quality
   c) foreign support
   d) increased trust
2. Fake products can lead to __________ in the local market. a) increased sales
   b) consumer trust
   c) decreased patronage
   d) better quality
3. Exchange rate fluctuations can __________ the cost of local production. a) decrease
   b) stabilize
   c) increase
   d) ignore
4. Poor __________ can hinder the distribution of local goods. a) infrastructure
   b) marketing
   c) quality
   d) design
5. Limited __________ can affect the accessibility of local products. a) market access
   b) production
   c) pricing
   d) government support
6. Government policies that increase __________ can make local goods more expensive. a) tariffs
   b) subsidies
   c) marketing
   d) trust
7. The presence of __________ products can harm the reputation of local brands. a) genuine
   b) fake
   c) quality
   d) high-value
8. Fluctuations in __________ rates can affect the cost of importing raw materials. a) exchange
   b) production
   c) quality
   d) government
9. Inadequate __________ can lead to challenges in distributing local products. a) infrastructure
   b) support
   c) funding
   d) design
10. Local products may face challenges due to __________ infrastructure. a) good
    b) poor
    c) expensive
    d) adequate
11. Fake products often lead to __________ consumer trust. a) increased
    b) decreased
    c) unchanged
    d) enhanced
12. Exchange rate __________ can impact local production costs. a) stability
    b) fluctuations
    c) consistency
    d) support
13. Government policies that impose high __________ can disadvantage local producers. a) tariffs
    b) subsidies
    c) marketing
    d) quality
14. Limited market access can reduce __________ for local products. a) availability
    b) production
    c) pricing
    d) infrastructure
15. Fake products can __________ the reputation of genuine local goods. a) enhance
    b) harm
    c) support
    d) ignore

Class Activity Discussion

1. What are some reasons why made-in-Nigerian goods might not be widely bought?
   • Reasons include government policy, fake products, exchange rate fluctuations, inadequate infrastructure, and limited market access.
2. How do government policies affect the patronage of local products?
   • Policies that increase costs or impose restrictions can make local products less competitive compared to imported goods.
3. In what ways do fake products impact the local market?
   • They can reduce consumer trust in local products, leading to lower sales and damaged reputations.
4. How does the exchange rate influence the cost of local production?
   • Fluctuations in exchange rates can make raw materials more expensive, affecting the overall cost of production.
5. Why is infrastructure important for the success of local products?
   • Good infrastructure ensures efficient transportation and distribution, which helps in making products more accessible.
6. What can be done to improve market access for local products?
   • Increasing marketing efforts, improving product quality, and providing support to small-scale producers can help.
7. How can fake products be controlled in the market?
   • Through stricter regulations, better enforcement, and consumer education.
8. How do exchange rate fluctuations affect consumers?
   • They can lead to higher prices for locally produced goods if production costs increase due to imported materials.
9. Why might a lack of infrastructure affect local businesses?
   • It can cause delays in transportation and distribution, leading to reduced availability and sales.
10. How can government policies be adjusted to support local products?
    • By reducing tariffs, providing subsidies, and creating favorable conditions for local producers.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on benefits of patronizing Nigerian goods.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic on reasons why made-in-Nigerian goods suffer low patronage, explaining each challenge with examples.
Step 3: The teacher leads a discussion on these challenges, encouraging pupils to share their thoughts and suggesting possible solutions.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the reasons for low patronage of Nigerian goods.
• Provide examples and real-life scenarios to illustrate these challenges.
• Facilitate a discussion on potential solutions to these challenges.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in the discussion on reasons for low patronage of local goods.
• Provide examples of challenges faced by local products.
• Analyze and suggest ways to overcome these challenges.

Assessment

• Have pupils list at least three reasons for low patronage of Nigerian goods.
• Ask pupils to explain each reason in detail and discuss potential solutions.

Evaluation Questions

1. What are three reasons why made-in-Nigerian goods suffer low patronage?
2. How does government policy affect the patronage of local products?
3. What impact do fake products have on local markets?
4. How can exchange rate fluctuations influence the cost of local goods?
5. Why is infrastructure important for distributing local products?
6. What challenges might arise from limited market access for local goods?
7. How can local producers deal with the problem of fake products?
8. What can be done to improve infrastructure for local businesses?
9. How do exchange rate issues affect local production costs?
10. What role can government play in supporting local industries?

Conclusion

The teacher reviews pupils’ responses and provides feedback. The lesson emphasizes understanding and addressing the challenges faced by made-in-Nigerian goods to improve their market performance.