Some Northern Nigerians Nationalists History Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8 and 9
Subject: History
Class: Primary 5
Term: Second Term
Week: 8 and 9
Topic: Some Nigerian Nationalists Northern Nigeria
Duration: 2 weeks
Behavioural Objectives:
- Students will learn about prominent Nigerian nationalists from Northern Nigeria.
- Students will understand the contributions of Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, and Ahmadu Bello to Nigeria’s history.
- Students will appreciate the importance of these nationalists in shaping Nigeria’s development.
Key Words: Nationalists, Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, Ahmadu Bello, Northern Nigeria.
Entry Behaviour: Students will be asked if they know any important leaders from Northern Nigeria and what they know about them.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for History
- Basic History textbooks for Primary 5
- Biographies of Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, and Ahmadu Bello
- Pictures and posters of the nationalists
- Interactive whiteboard or chalkboard
- Writing materials for note-taking
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: We will start by discussing what students already know about Nigeria’s history and any leaders they may have heard about from Northern Nigeria. This will help us introduce the topic of Nigerian nationalists from Northern Nigeria.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Critical thinking
- Research skills
- Communication
Learning Materials:
- Charts showing the timeline of Nigeria’s history and the contributions of the nationalists
- Maps showing the regions of Nigeria and where the nationalists were from
Content:
- Introduction to Nigerian nationalists from Northern Nigeria: Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, and Ahmadu Bello.
- Biographies and national activities of each nationalist.
- Discussion on the importance of their contributions to Nigeria’s development.
Some Nigerian Nationalists Northern Nigeria:
- Aminu Kano 🎓
- He was a prominent politician and Islamic scholar.
- Kano advocated for the rights of the common people and fought against social injustices.
- He founded the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU) to promote the interests of the Northern masses.
- Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa 📜
- Balewa was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister.
- He played a key role in Nigeria’s struggle for independence and in shaping the country’s early post-independence policies.
- Balewa emphasized national unity and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups.
- Sir Kashim Ibrahim 💼
- Ibrahim was a politician and administrator.
- He served as the Governor of Northern Nigeria and later as the Governor of the Northern Region.
- Ibrahim worked towards the development and modernization of Northern Nigeria.
- J. S Tarka 🌾
- Tarka was a politician and advocate for the rights of the Tiv people.
- He co-founded the Middle Belt Congress and worked to protect the interests of minorities in Northern Nigeria.
- Tarka’s efforts contributed to the recognition and empowerment of minority groups in the region.
- Sir Ahmadu Bello 🕌
- Bello was a prominent Nigerian politician and traditional ruler.
- He served as the Premier of the Northern Region and was a key figure in Nigeria’s pre-independence politics.
- Bello promoted the development of Northern Nigeria and the preservation of its cultural heritage.
Other Northern Nigeria Nationalists and their activities:
- Alhaji Waziri Kolo: He was a political leader and advocate for Northern Nigeria’s interests.
- Hajiya Gambo Sawaba: She was a women’s rights activist and political leader in Northern Nigeria.
- Mallam Aminu Dantata: He was a business magnate and philanthropist who contributed to the development of Northern Nigeria.
- Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa: He was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister and a key figure in Nigeria’s struggle for independence.
- Sir Ahmadu Bello: He was a prominent Nigerian politician and traditional ruler who played a significant role in the development of Northern Nigeria.
Class Discussions :
- Who were some Northern Nigerian nationalists?
- Some Northern Nigerian nationalists included Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, and Ahmadu Bello.
- What did Aminu Kano do?
- Aminu Kano fought for the rights of ordinary people and founded the Northern Elements Progressive Union.
- What was Abubakar Tafawa Balewa known for?
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister and played a big role in the country’s independence.
- Who was Kashim Ibrahim and what did he do?
- Kashim Ibrahim was a politician who served as the Governor of Northern Nigeria and worked on its development.
- What did J. S Tarka advocate for?
- J. S Tarka fought for the rights of the Tiv people and co-founded the Middle Belt Congress.
- Why was Ahmadu Bello important?
- Ahmadu Bello was a leader in Northern Nigeria and worked to develop the region’s culture and economy.
- Who was Hajiya Gambo Sawaba?
- Hajiya Gambo Sawaba was a women’s rights activist and political leader in Northern Nigeria.
- What did Mallam Aminu Dantata contribute to Northern Nigeria?
- Mallam Aminu Dantata was a businessman who helped develop Northern Nigeria.
- What political party did Aminu Kano found?
- Aminu Kano founded the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU) to fight for people’s rights.
- What role did Abubakar Tafawa Balewa play in Nigeria’s independence?
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister and played a big part in gaining independence for Nigeria.
Evaluation :
- ____________ was a prominent Northern Nigerian nationalist.
- a) Aminu Kano
- b) Nelson Mandela
- c) Winston Churchill
- d) Mahatma Gandhi
- ____________ was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister.
- a) Ahmadu Bello
- b) Kashim Ibrahim
- c) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
- d) Michael Imoudu
- J. S Tarka advocated for the rights of the ____________ people.
- a) Yoruba
- b) Igbo
- c) Tiv
- d) Hausa
- Kashim Ibrahim served as the Governor of ____________.
- a) Eastern Nigeria
- b) Western Nigeria
- c) Northern Nigeria
- d) Southern Nigeria
- Ahmadu Bello worked to develop the culture and economy of ____________.
- a) Eastern Nigeria
- b) Western Nigeria
- c) Northern Nigeria
- d) Southern Nigeria
- Hajiya Gambo Sawaba was a ____________ rights activist.
- a) women’s
- b) men’s
- c) children’s
- d) animals’
- Aminu Kano founded the ____________ to fight for people’s rights.
- a) National Elements Progressive Union
- b) Western Elements Progressive Union
- c) Northern Elements Progressive Union
- d) Southern Elements Progressive Union
- Mallam Aminu Dantata was a ____________ who helped develop Northern Nigeria.
- a) politician
- b) businessman
- c) doctor
- d) teacher
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa played a big part in gaining ____________ for Nigeria.
- a) independence
- b) education
- c) wealth
- d) peace
- J. S Tarka co-founded the ____________.
- a) Middle Belt Congress
- b) Western Movement Congress
- c) Eastern Rights Congress
- d) Southern Development Congress
- Ahmadu Bello was a leader in ____________ Nigeria.
- a) Western
- b) Eastern
- c) Northern
- d) Southern
- Aminu Kano fought for the rights of ____________ people.
- a) ordinary
- b) wealthy
- c) famous
- d) powerful
- Kashim Ibrahim worked on the development of ____________.
- a) Eastern Nigeria
- b) Western Nigeria
- c) Northern Nigeria
- d) Southern Nigeria
- Aminu Kano founded the Northern Elements ____________ Union.
- a) Progressive
- b) Regressive
- c) Neutral
- d) Retrogressive
- Hajiya Gambo Sawaba was a political leader in ____________ Nigeria.
- a) Western
- b) Eastern
- c) Northern
- d) Southern
Presentation:
- Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topics on Nigeria’s history and leaders. Some Nigerian Nationalists Southern Nigeria History Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6
- Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic of Nigerian nationalists from Northern Nigeria, showing pictures and giving brief biographies of each.
- Step 3: The teacher allows students to give their own contributions about what they have learned and corrects any misconceptions.
- Step 4: The teacher discusses the contributions of Aminu Kano, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Kashim Ibrahim, J. S Tarka, and Ahmadu Bello to Nigeria’s history.
- Step 5: The teacher emphasizes the importance of their contributions and encourages students to think about how they can contribute to their communities.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Facilitate discussions
- Present information clearly
- Provide examples and illustrations
- Correct misconceptions
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen attentively
- Take notes
- Ask questions
- Engage in group discussions and role-plays
Assessment:
- Observation of participation in discussions and activities
- Quizzes on key concepts
- Group presentations on the contributions of each nationalist
Evaluation Questions:
- Who were some Nigerian nationalists from Northern Nigeria?
- What did Aminu Kano advocate for?
- What role did Abubakar Tafawa Balewa play in Nigeria’s history?
- Who was Kashim Ibrahim and what did he do?
- What were J. S Tarka’s contributions to Nigeria?
- Why is Ahmadu Bello important in Nigerian history?
- Who was Hajiya Gambo Sawaba?
- What did Mallam Aminu Dantata contribute to Northern Nigeria?
- What political party did Aminu Kano found?
- How did these nationalists contribute to Nigeria’s development?
Conclusion: The teacher will go around to assess students’ understanding by reviewing their notes and answering any remaining questions.