Local Governments In Nigeria (Meaning) Social Studies Primary 4 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Lesson Plan: Local Government in Nigeria
Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 3
Age: 8–9 years
Topic: Local Government in Nigeria
Sub-topic: Meaning and Duties of Local Government in Nigeria
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define local government in Nigeria.
- Explain the duties of local government in Nigeria.
Keywords
- Local Government
- Grassroots
- Chairman
- Community
- Duties
Set Induction
The teacher displays pictures of local government headquarters and asks pupils:
- “Have you visited a local government office before?”
- “Who do you think manages the affairs of your community?”
Entry Behaviour
Pupils have knowledge of the concept of government from the previous lesson.
Learning Resources and Materials
- A map of Nigeria showing local government areas.
- Picture of a local government chairman.
- Chart listing the duties of local government.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher reminds pupils about the three levels of government and emphasizes that the local government is the closest to the people.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical thinking.
- Civic responsibility.
- Effective communication.
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Social Studies textbook
- Flashcards with key points
Instructional Materials
- Chart showing the structure of local government in Nigeria.
- Visual aids like pictures of community projects managed by local governments.
- Whiteboard and markers.
Content
Meaning of Local Government in Nigeria
- Local government is the level of government closest to the people.
- It is responsible for managing the affairs of a specific community or area within a state.
- Local governments are headed by a chairman and assisted by councilors.
Duties of Local Government in Nigeria
- Provision of basic amenities:
- Building and maintaining markets, schools, and health centers.
- Collection of taxes and rates:
- Collecting taxes like tenement rates and licenses.
- Waste management:
- Ensuring the environment is clean by collecting and disposing of waste.
- Community development:
- Building small roads, public toilets, and water projects.
- Issuing certificates:
- Issuing birth and death certificates.
Examples of Local Government in Action
- The local government builds a new market in a community.
- Cleaning and clearing of waste in public places.
- Construction of small bridges and culverts.
- Registration of births and deaths.
- Maintenance of local roads and public schools.
Evaluation
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- The __________ government is the closest level of government to the people.
a) Local
b) State
c) Federal
d) National - The head of the local government is called the __________.
a) President
b) Governor
c) Chairman
d) Minister - Local governments help to build and maintain __________.
a) Skyscrapers
b) Markets
c) Airports
d) Highways - One duty of the local government is to manage __________ in the community.
a) Waste
b) National defense
c) Foreign policies
d) Banks - Local governments issue __________ certificates.
a) Work
b) Birth
c) Driving
d) National
(Include 10 more questions for further evaluation.)
Class Activity Discussion FAQs
- What is a local government?
A local government is the closest level of government to the people, managing a specific area. - Who heads the local government?
The chairman heads the local government. - What are the duties of local government?
Local governments provide amenities, collect taxes, and manage waste. - What is one example of a local government duty?
Building local markets and roads. - Why is local government important?
It helps address the immediate needs of people in the community. - How many local governments are in Nigeria?
There are 774 local government areas in Nigeria. - What certificates do local governments issue?
Birth and death certificates.
(Include 8 more FAQs for better understanding.)
Presentation Steps
- Revision:
- The teacher revises the concept of government and the levels of government.
- Introduction:
- The teacher introduces the topic by showing a map of local government areas in Nigeria.
- Explanation and Discussion:
- The teacher explains the meaning and duties of local government in Nigeria.
- Pupils are encouraged to share examples of local government projects they have seen.
Teacher’s Activities
- Explain the meaning of local government.
- Use a chart to illustrate the duties of local government.
- Share examples of local government projects.
Learners’ Activities
- Answer questions about the local government.
- Mention projects handled by their local government.
- Take notes and participate in class discussions.
Evaluation Questions
- What is local government?
- Name the head of the local government.
- State two duties of the local government.
- How many local government areas are in Nigeria?
- What certificates does the local government issue?
(Include 5 more short-answer questions for assessment.)
Conclusion
The teacher reviews the duties of local government with pupils and highlights its importance in community development. Pupils are tasked with identifying one project by their local government.
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