The State formation process. The centralized states.

Subject: 

History

Term:

FIRST TERM

Week:

WEEK 10

Class:

SS 1

Topic:

The State formation process.

The centralized states.

Previous lesson: 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

Features of Ife and Benin civilization.

that was taught as a topic in the previous lesson

Behavioural objectives:

At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to

• identify features that differentiate the process of State formation.

Instructional Materials:

• Wall charts
• Pictures of objects of archeologists found in Nigeria
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards
• Cultural Artifacts
• Copies of old newspaper featuring important dates or events
• Ethnic map of Nigeria.
• A chat showing the ethnic groups in Nigeria and the states where they are found.

Methods of Teaching:

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials:

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks

CONTENT:

The State formation process.

The state formation process in Nigeria refers to the process by which the various political entities that make up the country of Nigeria were brought together to form a unified state. This process began with the British colonization of the area in the late 19th century and culminated in the establishment of an independent Nigerian state in 1960.

There have been a number of different models proposed for the state formation process in Nigeria. One of the most commonly cited is the ” federal model” put forward by Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto. This model proposed that Nigeria should be divided into a number of regions, each of which would have a large degree of autonomy within the overall federal structure.

Other models proposed for the state formation process in Nigeria have included the “unitary model” put forward by Nnamdi Azikiwe, which called for a more centralized form of government, and the “confederal model” advocated by Obafemi Awolowo, which would have devolved more power to Nigeria’s constituent ethnic groups.

The actual process by which the state of Nigeria was formed was a complex one, and involved a number of different factors. These included the British colonial policy of indirect rule, which divided the country into a number of separate political entities; the growth of Nigerian nationalism in the early 20th century; and the outbreak of the Nigerian Civil War in 1967, which led to the eventual breakup of the country into its constituent parts.

There are a number of different examples that can be cited to illustrate the state formation process in Nigeria. One of the most important is the creation of the Nigerian federal system of government in 1914. This was a key moment in the history of Nigeria, as it marked the first time that the various political entities that made up the country were brought together under a single system of government.

Another key example of the state formation process in Nigeria is the establishment of an independent Nigerian state in 1960. This was a significant milestone in the history of Nigeria, as it marked the end of British colonial rule in the country and the beginning of a new era in which Nigerians were able to govern themselves.

Other examples of the state formation process in Nigeria include the creation of the federal capital territory of Abuja in 1976, and the signing of the 1999 Constitution, which created a new system of government for the country.

1. The primary factor in the state formation process in Nigeria was British colonization.

2. Ahmadu Bello proposed the federal model.

3. The first step in the state formation process in Nigeria was the creation of a federal system of government.

4. The last step in the state formation process in Nigeria was the signing of the 1999 Constitution.

5. The factor that was not a part of the state formation process in Nigeria was the outbreak of the First World War.

Evaluation

1. What was the primary factor in the state formation process in Nigeria?

a. British colonization

b. Nigerian nationalism

c. The growth of indirect rule

d. The Nigerian Civil War

2. Which model of state formation did Ahmadu Bello propose?

a. The federal model

b. The unitary model

c. The confederal model

d. The regional model

3. What was the first step in the state formation process in Nigeria?

a. The establishment of an independent Nigerian state

b. The creation of a federal system of government

c. The signing of the 1999 Constitution

d. The growth of Nigerian nationalism

4. What was the last step in the state formation process in Nigeria?

a. The outbreak of the Nigerian Civil War

b. The creation of the federal capital territory of Abuja

c. The signing of the 1999 Constitution

d. The establishment of an independent Nigerian state

5. Which of the following was NOT a factor in the state formation process in Nigeria?

a. British colonization

b. The growth of indirect rule

c. Nigerian nationalism

d. The outbreak of the First World War

1. The different models proposed for the state formation process in Nigeria include the federal model, the unitary model, the confederal model, and the regional model.

2. The key factors that led to the formation of the state of Nigeria include British colonization, Nigerian nationalism, the growth of indirect rule, and the outbreak of the Nigerian Civil War.

3. The role of British colonial policy in the state formation process in Nigeria was significant, as it played a key role in bringing the various political entities that made up the country together under a single system of government.

4. The outbreak of the Nigerian Civil War had a significant impact on the state formation process in Nigeria, as it led to the establishment of an independent Nigerian state.

5. Some of the key milestones in the history of the state formation process in Nigeria include the creation of the federal system of government in 1914, the establishment of an independent Nigerian state in 1960, and the signing of the 1999 Constitution, which created a new system of government for the country.

LESSON PRESENTATION

The topic is presented step by step

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topic which was TRADITION OF ORIGIN OF VARIOUS GROUPS

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic by performing the following teacher’s activities.

•  Asks students to locate Ife and Benin on the map of Nigeria.
• Uses discussion and explanation method.
• Organizes an excursion to the museum and these centers.

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise

• Students are to make notes or jot where the teaching is going on
• Students are to ask questions about LAND AND PEOPLE OF NIGERIA
• Carryout class assignment and report back to class.
• Participate in class discussion.

Evaluation:

1. What were the different models proposed for the state formation process in Nigeria?

2. What were the key factors that led to the formation of the state of Nigeria?

3. What was the role of British colonial policy in the state formation process in Nigeria?

4. How did the outbreak of the Nigerian Civil War impact the state formation process in Nigeria?

5. What are some of the key milestones in the history of the state formation process in Nigeria?

Conclusion

The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out short notes 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 makes the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.