Civic Rule in Nigeria Second Republic 1979 To 1985 History Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3

History Lesson Plan for Primary 6 – First Term, Week 3

Subject: History
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 10-11 years
Topic: Civil Rule in Nigeria – Second Republic (1979-1985)
Sub-topic: Overview of Nigeria’s Second Republic and Its Fall
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Identify the political parties and their leaders in the Second Republic.
2. List the features of the presidential system of government.
3. Discuss the achievements of Shehu Shagari during the Second Republic.
4. Explain the reasons for the fall of the Second Republic.
5. Understand the process and causes of Nigeria’s civil war.

Keywords: Second Republic, political parties, presidential system, Shehu Shagari, fall, civil war

Set Induction:
The teacher will show pupils a picture of Shehu Shagari and ask if they know who he was, introducing the topic of the Second Republic.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are familiar with the concept of civil rule from the previous lesson and know that Nigeria has experienced both civilian and military governments.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• History textbooks
• Pictures of Shehu Shagari and other political leaders
• Chart showing the political parties in the Second Republic
• Map of Nigeria during the Second Republic

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher will connect the lesson to previous knowledge about civil rule, especially the First Republic, and explain the transition to the Second Republic in 1979.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Political awareness
• Critical thinking
• History and government understanding

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 6 History Textbook

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of Shehu Shagari and other political leaders in the Second Republic
• Whiteboard and markers
• Chart of the presidential system of government

Content:

1. Political Parties and Leaders in the Second Republic:

• National Party of Nigeria (NPN): Led by Shehu Shagari
• Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN): Led by Chief Obafemi Awolowo
• Nigerian People’s Party (NPP): Led by Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe
• Great Nigeria People’s Party (GNPP): Led by Alhaji Waziri Ibrahim
• People’s Redemption Party (PRP): Led by Mallam Aminu Kano

2. Features of the Presidential System of Government:

• The President is the head of state and government.
• The executive, legislative, and judicial branches are separate.
• The President is elected directly by the people.
• The President appoints ministers who are not members of the legislature.
• A bicameral legislature (Senate and House of Representatives).

3. Achievements of Shehu Shagari in the Second Republic:

• Shagari’s government initiated several developmental projects, including housing schemes.
• He promoted the Green Revolution, aimed at improving agriculture.
• His administration supported industrial growth and infrastructural development.

4. Reasons for the Fall of the Second Republic:

• Corruption and economic mismanagement.
• Political unrest and electoral fraud.
• Ethnic tensions and rivalries among political parties.
• Military intervention in 1983.

5. The Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970):

• The civil war was a conflict between Nigeria and the secessionist state of Biafra.
• It was caused by ethnic, political, and economic tensions.
• The war ended in 1970 with the defeat of Biafra.

Evaluation (15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions):

1. Nigeria’s Second Republic lasted from __ to __.
   a) 1979-1985 b) 1966-1970 c) 1985-1993 d) 1970-1976
2. Shehu Shagari was the leader of the __ party.
   a) NPN b) UPN c) PRP d) NPP
3. The head of government in the Second Republic was the __.
   a) Prime Minister b) President c) Governor d) Military leader
4. __ was the leader of the UPN in the Second Republic.
   a) Aminu Kano b) Obafemi Awolowo c) Nnamdi Azikiwe d) Waziri Ibrahim
5. The Second Republic collapsed due to __.
   a) Economic success b) Political stability c) Corruption d) Military leadership
6. The Presidential system separates the executive from the __.
   a) Judiciary b) Legislative c) People d) Both a and b
7. The Nigerian Civil War lasted from __ to __.
   a) 1979-1985 b) 1967-1970 c) 1983-1985 d) 1960-1966
8. One of Shehu Shagari’s achievements was __.
   a) Green Revolution b) Building military bases c) Ending the civil war d) Developing the oil sector
9. The leader of the NPP in the Second Republic was __.
   a) Aminu Kano b) Shehu Shagari c) Nnamdi Azikiwe d) Waziri Ibrahim
10. The Second Republic had a __ system of government.
    a) Presidential b) Cabinet c) Monarchy d) Parliamentary
11. The Nigerian Civil War ended in __.
    a) 1980 b) 1970 c) 1985 d) 1966
12. Nigeria’s Second Republic ended in __.
    a) 1985 b) 1979 c) 1983 d) 1993
13. The Green Revolution aimed to improve __.
    a) Agriculture b) Education c) Healthcare d) Infrastructure
14. Military intervention in __ led to the fall of the Second Republic.
    a) 1960 b) 1983 c) 1970 d) 1999
15. The civil war started due to __ tensions.
    a) Economic b) Ethnic c) Religious d) Political

Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs with Answers):

1. When did Nigeria’s Second Republic begin?
   It began in 1979.
2. Who was the leader of the NPN?
   Shehu Shagari.
3. What is one feature of the presidential system of government?
   The President is both the head of state and government.
4. Name one political party from the Second Republic.
   The Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN).
5. Who was Nigeria’s President during the Second Republic?
   Shehu Shagari.
6. What was the Green Revolution?
   It was a policy aimed at boosting agriculture in Nigeria.
7. Why did the Second Republic fall?
   Due to corruption, economic mismanagement, and political unrest.
8. When did the Nigerian Civil War occur?
   From 1967 to 1970.
9. What caused the Nigerian Civil War?
   Ethnic, political, and economic tensions.
10. Who led the NPP in the Second Republic?
    Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe.
11. What system of government was used in the Second Republic?
    The Presidential system.
12. When did the Second Republic end?
    In 1983.
13. What was one achievement of Shehu Shagari’s government?
    The Green Revolution to improve agriculture.
14. Who intervened to end the Second Republic?
    The military.
15. What is one result of military intervention in 1983?
    The fall of the Second Republic.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher will review the key concepts from the previous lesson on the First Republic.
Step 2: The teacher will introduce the new topic by explaining the Second Republic, its political leaders, and the presidential system of government.
Step 3: The teacher will allow pupils to share their knowledge of the Second Republic and discuss the similarities and differences between the First and Second Republics.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Explain the political parties and their leaders in the Second Republic.
2. Show pictures and charts of Shehu Shagari and the presidential system of government.
3. Discuss the achievements and the reasons for the fall of the Second Republic.
4. Introduce the topic of the Nigerian Civil War, explaining its causes and timeline.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Participate in the discussion about political parties and their leaders.
2. Take notes on the features of the presidential system of government.
3. Answer questions about the achievements of Shehu Shagari’s administration.
4. Engage in the class activity discussion about the Nigerian Civil War.

Assessment (10 Short Answer Questions):

1. Name one political party in the Second Republic.
2. Who was the President during the Second Republic?
3. Mention one feature of the presidential system of government.
4. What is one reason for the fall of the Second Republic?
5. Name the policy Shehu Shagari introduced to improve agriculture.
6. When did the Nigerian Civil War begin?
7. Why did the Second Republic collapse?
8. Who led the PRP in the Second Republic?
9. Which government system was used during the Second Republic?
10. When did the Nigerian Civil War end?

Conclusion:

The teacher will review the key points about the Second Republic, focusing on the political parties, leaders, the presidential system, and the fall of the Republic. The class will also briefly review the causes and timeline of the Nigerian Civil War.

Captivating Title: Understanding Nigeria’s Second Republic: Rise and Fall

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