Understanding Security Agencies in Nigeria: Police and Their Roles
Lesson Plan for Security Education
Subject: Security Education
Class: Basic 2 / Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 5
Age: 7-8 years
Topic: Identification of Security Agencies (Police)
Sub-topic: Types of Security Agencies and Their Duties
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
- Identify the various security agencies in Nigeria.
- Describe the primary duties of security agencies.
- Know who to approach in the face of danger.
Keywords:
- Security agencies
- Police
- Military
- FRSC
- NDLEA
- NSCDC
Set Induction
To introduce the topic, the teacher will:
- Ask students if they know the police and other security officers they see in their communities.
- Show pictures of various security agencies (police, military, etc.) and ask the students to identify them.
Entry Behavior
- Pupils may already be familiar with the police, army, and neighborhood security officers.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Textbooks
- Pictures of security agencies (police, army, etc.)
- Video clips showing security agencies at work
- Posters and handbills
- Chart showing pictures of police officers and other security personnel
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- The teacher will ask the students about their previous knowledge of security agencies and their experiences with the police, army, and other agencies in their community.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills through discussion
- Critical thinking through identifying security agencies
- Citizenship awareness by knowing who to approach in case of danger
Instructional Materials
- Chart with pictures of security personnel
- Flashcards
- Video clips
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Security Education Textbooks
- Online educational resources on security agencies in Nigeria
Content: Identification of Security Agencies (Police)
- Definition of Security Agencies:
- A security agency is a government organization responsible for maintaining safety and security within a country.
- Examples of Security Agencies in Nigeria:
- Police
- Military (Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)
- National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)
- State Security Service (SSS)
- Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Nigerian Correctional Service (Prison wardens)
- National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)
- Primary Duties of Security Agencies:
- Police: Maintain law and order, investigate crimes, prevent criminal activities.
- Military: Protect the nation from external threats, defend the country’s borders.
- FRSC: Ensure road safety, regulate traffic, prevent accidents.
- NDLEA: Combat drug trafficking and abuse, enforce drug-related laws.
- SSS: Gather intelligence and protect national security.
- Who to Approach in the Face of Danger:
- In case of danger, you can approach the police, military, or other security officers such as FRSC, NDLEA, or NSCDC.
Evaluation Questions
- A Security Agency is a government ______.
a) Toy
b) School
c) Organization
d) Friend
Answer: c) Organization - Security agencies are responsible for ______ activities.
a) Gardening
b) Security intelligence
c) Cooking
d) Painting
Answer: b) Security intelligence - ______ agencies in Nigeria include the Police.
a) Firefighting
b) Security
c) Music
d) Dancing
Answer: b) Security - FRSC is a type of ______ agency.
a) Security
b) Gardening
c) Cooking
d) Painting
Answer: a) Security - NDLEA is a security agency for ______ and drugs.
a) Food
b) Toys
c) Music
d) Police
Answer: d) Police - SSS is another security agency in ______.
a) Nigeria
b) China
c) America
d) Russia
Answer: a) Nigeria - NSCDC stands for Nigeria ______ and Civil Defense Corps.
a) School
b) Singing
c) Security
d) Dancing
Answer: c) Security - Military is a security agency that protects the ______.
a) Park
b) Country
c) Zoo
d) Market
Answer: b) Country - Prison wardens are part of the ______.
a) Firefighters
b) Police
c) Military
d) Security agencies
Answer: d) Security agencies - NAFDAC is a security agency for food and ______.
a) Toys
b) Music
c) Drugs
d) Dancing
Answer: c) Drugs
Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs)
- Q: What is a security agency?
A: A security agency is a government organization that is responsible for maintaining safety and security in a country. - Q: Name one security agency in Nigeria.
A: The police is one example. - Q: What does the police do?
A: The police maintain law and order, and investigate crimes. - Q: Who defends the country from external threats?
A: The military (Army, Navy, Air Force). - Q: What does the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) do?
A: They ensure safety on the roads and regulate traffic. - Q: What is the main job of NDLEA?
A: To fight drug trafficking and abuse. - Q: Who do you approach if you see someone breaking the law?
A: You should approach the police. - Q: What does the military do?
A: The military protects the country from external threats. - Q: What is the duty of the NSCDC?
A: The NSCDC protects lives and properties, especially during emergencies. - Q: What type of agency is NAFDAC?
A: NAFDAC is a security agency for food and drugs. - Q: Which security agency controls drug abuse in Nigeria?
A: The NDLEA. - Q: What is the role of the SSS?
A: The SSS provides intelligence and protects national security. - Q: Who does the military protect?
A: The military protects the entire country. - Q: What does the Nigerian Correctional Service do?
A: They manage correctional facilities and rehabilitate offenders. - Q: How do you know who to approach in a dangerous situation?
A: You should approach the nearest security personnel, such as the police or military.
Teacher’s Activities
- Begin by revising the previous lesson on safety.
- Introduce the topic, “Identification of Security Agencies.”
- Display pictures of various security agencies and discuss each one.
- Ask pupils to contribute by identifying security agencies they know.
- Explain the duties of different security agencies in simple terms.
- Encourage students to ask questions and provide answers.
- Organize a short trip or video on how security agencies work.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
- Contribute answers when asked about security agencies.
- Ask questions about what they have learned.
- Participate in discussions about who to approach in case of danger.
- Watch video clips or images of security agencies at work.
Evaluation (10 Short-Answer Questions)
- What is the role of the police?
- Name two duties of the military.
- What does the FRSC do?
- Who should you approach if you are involved in a car accident?
- What does NAFDAC regulate?
- What is the full form of NDLEA?
- Who protects the country from internal threats?
- What does the Nigerian Correctional Service do?
- What is the primary duty of the SSS?
- Name one duty of the NSCDC.
Conclusion
The teacher revises the entire lesson, asks students what they have learned, and links the lesson to the next week’s topic.