Lesson Plan: Economic History of Nigeria – Oil Economy (2)

Subject: History

Class: Primary 6
Term: Second Term
Week: Weeks 7 and 8 (4 Lessons)
Topic: Economic History of Nigeria – Oil Economy (2)
Sub-topic: Benefits of Crude Oil Production in Nigeria and Its Impact on the Economy; Major Oil Companies in Nigeria
Duration: 2 Weeks

Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lessons, students should be able to:

1. Explain the benefits of crude oil production in Nigeria.
2. Identify major oil companies operating in Nigeria.
3. Discuss the positive impact of crude oil production on Nigeria’s economy.

Keywords

• Crude oil production
• Nigeria
• Economy
• Major oil companies
• Benefits

Learning Resources/Materials

• Pictures of oil company logos (e.g., Shell, Chevron).
• Maps of oil-producing states in Nigeria.
• Charts showing benefits of crude oil production.
• Lagos State Scheme of Work.

Set Induction

The teacher will show pictures of oil company logos and ask students if they recognize them, leading to a discussion on their role in Nigeria’s economy.

Entry Behavior

Students are familiar with crude oil and its importance to Nigeria from the previous lesson.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will recap the previous lesson, emphasizing how crude oil is a key natural resource in Nigeria.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Analysis of economic benefits
• Communication

Instructional Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Diagrams of oil company activities
• Charts of crude oil’s economic benefits

Content Outline

Lesson 1: Benefits of Crude Oil Production in Nigeria

1. Crude oil production has provided numerous benefits to Nigeria, including:
   • Economic Growth:
     • Crude oil accounts for 70% of government revenue and 90% of export earnings.
   • Job Creation:
     • Employment opportunities in exploration, drilling, refining, and distribution.
   • Foreign Exchange:
     • Crude oil exports bring in foreign currency.
   • Industrial Development:
     • Development of industries like petrochemicals and plastics.

Lesson 2: Major Oil Companies in Nigeria

1. Several international and local oil companies operate in Nigeria, including:
   • Shell
   • Chevron
   • ExxonMobil
   • TotalEnergies
   • Agip
   • Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)
2. These companies:
   • Explore and extract crude oil.
   • Refine crude oil into useful products.
   • Export crude oil to other countries.

Lesson 3: Positive Impacts of Crude Oil Production on Nigeria’s Economy

1. Revenue Generation:
   • Crude oil is the main source of government income.
2. Infrastructure Development:
   • Earnings from oil are used to build roads, schools, and hospitals.
3. Improved Standard of Living:
   • Oil revenue supports public services and projects.
4. Global Recognition:
   • Nigeria is one of the largest oil producers in Africa, enhancing its global economic importance.

Lesson 4: Challenges and Sustainability

1. While crude oil has many benefits, it also has challenges:
   • Environmental Issues: Oil spills and gas flaring damage the environment.
   • Overdependence on Oil: Other sectors like agriculture are neglected.
2. Sustainability:
   • Diversifying the economy can reduce over-reliance on oil.

Evaluation Questions

1. What percentage of Nigeria’s government revenue comes from crude oil?
   a) 30%
   b) 50%
   c) 70%
   d) 90%
2. Which of these companies is NOT an oil company in Nigeria?
   a) Shell
   b) Chevron
   c) Dangote
   d) TotalEnergies
3. How does crude oil production contribute to job creation?
   a) By exporting goods
   b) By employing people in drilling and refining
   c) By importing oil products
   d) By reducing taxes
4. What is one challenge of crude oil production?
   a) Economic growth
   b) Environmental pollution
   c) Job creation
   d) Industrial development
5. Name one international oil company operating in Nigeria.
   a) NNPC
   b) Shell
   c) MTN
   d) Dangote

(Continue with 10 additional questions based on the lesson content.)

Class Activity Discussion FAQs

1. What are the benefits of crude oil production to Nigeria?
   It generates revenue, creates jobs, and supports industrial development.
2. Name three major oil companies in Nigeria.
   Shell, Chevron, and TotalEnergies.
3. How does crude oil help Nigeria earn foreign exchange?
   By exporting crude oil to other countries.
4. What is one challenge of crude oil production in Nigeria?
   Environmental issues like oil spills and gas flaring.
5. Why is it important to diversify Nigeria’s economy?
   To reduce overdependence on oil and develop other sectors.

(Continue with 10 more FAQs based on the lesson content.)

Presentation Steps

1. Introduction: The teacher revisits the previous lesson and introduces the new topic.
2. Development:
   • Lesson 1: Discuss the benefits of crude oil production.
   • Lesson 2: Identify major oil companies in Nigeria.
   • Lesson 3: Explain the positive impacts of crude oil production.
   • Lesson 4: Highlight the challenges and importance of sustainability.
3. Student Participation: Students identify oil companies, discuss benefits, and analyze challenges.
4. Summary: The teacher summarizes the key points and clarifies doubts.

Assessment

1. List two benefits of crude oil production in Nigeria.
2. Name three major oil companies in Nigeria.
3. How does crude oil support Nigeria’s economy?
4. What is one challenge of overdependence on oil?
5. Suggest one way Nigeria can diversify its economy.

Conclusion

The teacher marks students’ answers, provides corrections, and reviews the lesson to ensure understanding.

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